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
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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. Referenced on Wolfram|Alpha Axiomatic Set Theory
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