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Mathematical Knots
- Mathematicians study knots in closed loops, unlike real-world knots with open ends.
- This helps analyze knot simplification and distinguish different knot types.
Knots in Biology and Chemistry
- Knot theory has real-world applications, including DNA analysis and synthetic chemistry.
- Enzymes in our cells manipulate DNA by changing knot configurations, crucial for DNA replication.
Knots and Stealth Technology
- The Navy funded knot research for developing radar-avoiding submarine coatings.
- This highlights an unexpected application of topology in stealth technology.