Is this Matrix a Tensor, Pseudotensor, or Neither?

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This discussion focuses on the classification of a specific matrix as a tensor, pseudotensor, or neither. The matrix in question is defined as [[2x^-2y^2, 4xy], [4xy, -2x^2 + 2y^2]]. Participants emphasize the importance of understanding the definitions of 'tensor' and 'pseudotensor' to accurately categorize the matrix. The conversation highlights that simply inverting components and checking signs is insufficient for classification.

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I am having trouble understanding how to tell if a matrix is a tensor, a pseudo tensor or neither or the above.
Given this matrix
\begin{vmatrix}2x^-2y^2 & 4xy\\ 4xy & -2x^2+2y^2\end{vmatrix}
I thought of trying just inverting the components and checking the sign, but I don't think that this will tell me if it is actually a tensor.
 
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Can you give your definition of 'tensor' and 'pseudo tensor'?
 
Actualy I don't think I can, that may be part of the issue.
 

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