Lie group and Lie algebra

In summary, the Lie group corresponding to a given Lie algebra can be determined by considering its elements and the condition that they fulfill. Additionally, there is only one possible Lie group that corresponds to a given Lie algebra, which is either SU(2) or SO(3). There are no other possible Lie groups that can correspond to the given Lie algebra.
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What can we tell about Lie group if we know its Lie algebra.
Let's consider the following example: we have three elements
of Lie algebra which fulfill condition [tex] [L_i,L_j]=i \epsilon_{ijk}L_k [/tex].
The corresponding Lie group is SU(2) or SO(3) (are there any other?).
Does anyone know what condition on Lie group is imposed by Lie algebra?
 
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paweld said:
What can we tell about Lie group if we know its Lie algebra.
Let's consider the following example: we have three elements
of Lie algebra which fulfill condition [tex] [L_i,L_j]=i \epsilon_{ijk}L_k [/tex].
The corresponding Lie group is SU(2) or SO(3) (are there any other?).
Does anyone know what condition on Lie group is imposed by Lie algebra?

There is only one simply connected Lie Group corresponding to a semisimple Lie Algebra; (up to an isomorphism).
 

1. What is a Lie group and Lie algebra?

A Lie group is a type of mathematical group that is also a differentiable manifold, meaning that it has both algebraic and geometric properties. A Lie algebra, on the other hand, is a vector space equipped with a bilinear operation called the Lie bracket, which allows for the study of infinitesimal transformations on a Lie group.

2. What are the applications of Lie groups and Lie algebras?

Lie groups and Lie algebras have a wide range of applications in mathematics and physics, including in differential geometry, representation theory, and the study of symmetries in physical systems. They are also used in the field of quantum mechanics to describe the symmetries of particles and their interactions.

3. How are Lie groups and Lie algebras related?

Lie groups and Lie algebras are closely related, with the Lie algebra being the infinitesimal version of the Lie group. In other words, the Lie algebra can be seen as the tangent space of the Lie group at the identity element. The Lie bracket operation on the Lie algebra is also related to the group multiplication operation on the Lie group.

4. Are there any famous examples of Lie groups and Lie algebras?

Yes, there are many famous examples of Lie groups and Lie algebras, including the general linear group, special linear group, orthogonal group, and unitary group. Some other well-known examples include the rotation group, Lorentz group, and the Poincaré group.

5. What is the Lie group and Lie algebra associated with the symmetry group of a physical system?

The Lie group associated with the symmetry group of a physical system is known as the symmetry group or symmetry Lie group, while the corresponding Lie algebra is called the symmetry algebra. These groups and algebras are important in the study of physical systems and their symmetries, such as in the theory of relativity and quantum field theory.

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