What is the topological characterization of the Cantor set?

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The topological characterization of the Cantor set states that any perfect, compact, and totally disconnected metric space is homeomorphic to the Cantor set. This result is detailed in "General Topology" by Willard, specifically in Corollary 20.4 on page 217. Understanding this characterization is essential for grasping advanced concepts in topology and metric spaces.

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Hello PF! Was wondering if anyone knew a good reference on the topological characterization of the cantor set, proving that if a metric space is perfect, compact, totally disconnected it is homeomorphic to the cantor set. Thanks!
 
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See "General Topology" by Willard. The result you want is Corollary 20.4, page 217
 

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