What is a Klein bottle and its role in mathematics?

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A Klein bottle is a non-orientable surface that serves as a three-dimensional analogue of a Möbius strip, characterized by having only one continuous surface. Mathematically, it is expressed through its unique topology and is classified as a closed surface with an Euler characteristic of 0. Its applications extend into various fields, including topology and theoretical physics, where it aids in understanding complex surfaces and spatial dimensions.

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I understand a Klein bottle is somewhat of a 3D version of a mobius strip in that it has only one continuous surface. But what do mathematicians do with it? How is it expressed mathematically, how does it classify among other shapes? Does it have some kind of applications?
 
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