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Axiomatic Set Theory


Axiomatic set theory is the study of sets in an axiomatic system whose axioms specify which sets exist and how new sets may be formed. In contrast to naive set theory, it replaces unrestricted set formation by explicit set-existence principles.

The principal example is Zermelo-Fraenkel set theory. Adjoining the axiom of choice gives the commonly used system ZFC. Its restricted formation axioms exclude the construction underlying Russell's antinomy.


See also

Axiom of Choice, Axiomatic System, Naive Set Theory, Russell's Antinomy, Set Theory, Zermelo-Fraenkel Set Theory

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References

Curry, H. B. Foundations of Mathematical Logic. New York: Dover, pp. 22-23, 1977.Enderton, H. B. Elements of Set Theory. New York: Academic Press, 1977.

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Weisstein, Eric W. "Axiomatic Set Theory." From MathWorld--A Wolfram Resource. https://mathworld.wolfram.com/AxiomaticSetTheory.html

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