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TIL that knots are mathematically studied and have their own theory, classifications, and properties; a“mathematical” knot is just slightly different from regular knots and is formed when the ends... (sites.oglethorpe.edu)

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Original Title: TIL that knots are mathematically studied and have their own theory, classifications, and properties; a“mathematical” knot is just slightly different from regular knots and is formed when the ends of a regular knot are joined

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[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

Other differences include;

zero friction
no other objects that the knot is tied to So actually quite different to real knots