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Definition of a Subgraph
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Today, we'll start by understanding subgraphs. A subgraph is derived from a graph G, which consists of a vertex set V and an edge set E. Can anyone tell me what a subgraph consists of?
It consists of a subset of the vertices and edges from the original graph G.
Exactly! And for a graph H to be a subgraph of G, its vertex set W must be a subset of V, and its edge set F must be a subset of E. Let's think about what defines a **proper subgraph**.
Is a proper subgraph just a subgraph that is not equal to G?
Yes! A proper subgraph must be different from the original graph. Can anyone remember why this is important?
I think it's to show that H actually has fewer elements than G, so we don’t just want G all over again.
Great point! Remember: we can denote a proper subgraph as H if it contains at least one less vertex or edge than G.
Induced Subgraphs
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Next, let's talk about induced subgraphs. Can someone explain what an induced subgraph is?
Isn’t it formed by taking a subset of the vertices and including edges only between those vertices?
Exactly! This means if we have a subset W of vertices, we create the edges in our induced subgraph only if both ends of the edges are in W. Why is this concept useful?
It helps focus on a smaller part of the graph without distraction from other parts.
Correct! Focusing on subsets aids analysis and simplifies many problems. Let's see a quick example to illustrate this.
Sure! If V is {a, b, c, d} and W is {a, b}, then the induced subgraph only includes edges between a and b.
Good summary! Remember that induced subgraphs are all about preserving edges among selected vertices.
Operations on Graphs
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Now, let's discuss operations we can perform on graphs. What happens when we delete an edge?
The vertices stay the same, but we lose the connection represented by that edge.
Exactly! The modified graph still contains the same vertex set, just without the edge. What about deleting a vertex?
We lose the vertex and also all the edges connected to that vertex.
Correct again! It’s like removing a computer from a network — that means all the cables connected to it will be out, too. To solidify this concept, what are the implications of these operations?
These operations help us adjust the graph for specific analyses or problems.
Perfect! And thus, the operations of addition and deletion allow us to manipulate graphs for various mathematical and practical applications.
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The section explores the different types of subgraphs, particularly proper subgraphs and induced subgraphs, while also detailing operations that can be performed on graphs like edge deletion and vertex removal. It clarifies various operations using relatable examples and focuses on how these operations impact the structure of graphs.
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Subgraph of a Graph
In this section, we detail the concept of subgraphs in graph theory. A subgraph is defined as a graph formed from a subset of a larger graph's vertices and edges. Specifically, given a graph G = (V, E), a graph H is a subgraph of G if its vertex set W is a subset of V and its edge set F is a subset of E. This leads to the definition of a proper subgraph, which must be distinct from G, meaning it cannot be equal to G. The section explains the intuitive understanding of proper subgraphs and identifies the correct formal definition.
Additionally, the section introduces induced subgraphs, which consist of a subset of vertices from G, where edges are included only if they connect vertices within that subset. Various operations on graphs are also outlined, including edge deletion (removing an edge without impacting the vertices) and vertex deletion (which affects both the vertex and its incident edges). The use of relatable analogies is employed for clarity, such as comparing edge deletion to removing cables from a computer network while keeping the computers intact. These foundational concepts are vital for understanding advanced graph operations and graph theory.
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Definition of a Subgraph
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If you are given a graph G = (V,E) with the vertex set being V and edge set being E, then a graph H = (W,F) with vertex set W and edge set F will be called as a subgraph of G, if:
1. The vertex set W of H is a subset of the vertex set V of G, meaning all the vertices of H should be the vertices of G.
2. The edge set F of H should be a subset of the edge set E of G, meaning all the edges of F should be present in E.
Detailed Explanation
A subgraph is a smaller graph formed from an existing graph by taking some of its vertices and edges. To be a subgraph of another graph G:
1. Vertex Set: All the vertices in the subgraph H must also be in graph G. This means if you pick any vertex in H, it must be in G's set of vertices.
2. Edge Set: All edges in H must connect vertices that are also in H. That means every edge you include in H must exist in G, and connect vertices that are in H.
This establishes that a subgraph maintains the relationships defined in the parent graph.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a map of a city (graph G). If you only take a section of this map that includes some streets and intersections (subgraph H), then that section is a subgraph of the entire city map. All streets (edges) on your chosen section must connect intersections (vertices) that exist on the full city map.
Proper Subgraph
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A graph H will be called a proper subgraph of G if:
1. The vertex set of H is a proper subset of the vertex set of G (meaning H has fewer vertices than G).
2. The edge set of H is a proper subset of the edge set of G (meaning H has fewer edges than G). However, the original condition should not create a situation where H is equal to G.
Detailed Explanation
A proper subgraph is a specific type of subgraph that is not equal to its parent graph. For it to be considered proper:
1. Vertex Set: H must not contain every vertex that G has — at least one vertex must be missing.
2. Edge Set: H must also have fewer edges than G. So it cannot have all connections that G does.
Thus, it cannot include both vertices and edges in full from G, establishing a clear distinction between G and H.
Examples & Analogies
Imagine you have a complete puzzle (graph G). If you take out a few pieces (vertices and edges) to form a smaller puzzle (graph H), that smaller puzzle represents a proper subgraph. If you take all the pieces out and keep the original shape, you don't have a proper subgraph anymore; you have the entire puzzle (graph G) instead.
Induced Subgraph
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If G = (V,E) with vertex set V and edge set E and W is a subset of vertices, then G' is called the induced subgraph or induced by the vertex set W if:
1. The vertex set of G' is W.
2. The edge set E' of G' consists of only those edges whose both endpoints are within the subset W.
Detailed Explanation
An induced subgraph focuses on a specific subset of the original graph's vertices while accounting for the edges present between these vertices only. To explain:
1. Vertex Set: Only the vertices in W are included in the induced subgraph.
2. Edge Set: The edges are only those which connect vertices both in W. Any edge that connects to a vertex outside W is completely excluded, ensuring the induced subgraph captures the relationships limited to the defined vertex subset.
Examples & Analogies
Consider a team of friends in a study group (graph G) where each person is connected by study topics (edges). If you choose only a few friends who share connections with each other (subgroup W), the relationships they share (such as who discusses which topics) form an induced subgraph of the larger study group. Any discussions that include friends not in the subgroup are ignored.
Operations on Graphs
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Several operations can be performed on graphs to create new graphs, including deleting or adding edges or vertices. The fundamental change in these operations is that:
1. Deleting an edge or multiple edges affects only the edge set without disturbing the vertex set.
2. When a vertex is deleted, all associated edges must also be removed.
Detailed Explanation
Graph operations enable transformation and manipulation of graphs:
1. Edge Manipulations: When an edge is deleted, the vertices it connects remain unchanged. You simply list all existing edges except the one being deleted.
2. Vertex Manipulations: If a vertex is deleted, you must also eliminate any edges attached to that vertex, as these connections no longer exist without the vertex.
These operations allow you to alter graphs for whatever analytical needs you may have.
Examples & Analogies
Think of a city road map where intersections are the vertices and roads are the edges. If a road (edge) is closed, the intersections (vertices) still exist, but the connectivity changes. If you were to demolish a building (vertex) located at an intersection, any road (edge) connected to that building would also be taken off the map as that intersection would no longer be accessible.
Definitions & Key Concepts
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Key Concepts
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Definition of a Subgraph: A collection of vertices and edges that form part of a graph.
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Proper Subgraph: A subgraph that has strictly fewer vertices and edges than the original graph.
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Induced Subgraph: A subgraph that includes edges only between the selected subset of vertices.
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Edge Deletion: The process of removing an edge while maintaining the vertices.
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Vertex Deletion: The process that involves removing a vertex and its adjacent edges.
Examples & Real-Life Applications
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Examples
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Example of a subset of vertices in a graph representing a proper subgraph.
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Induced subgraph example with vertices a and b, where the edge between them appears in the new graph.
Memory Aids
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🎵 Rhymes Time
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Subgraphs are small, proper, and neat, with edges and vertices, that's their feat!
📖 Fascinating Stories
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Imagine a big city (graph) with neighborhoods (subgraphs) where each neighborhood can be managed separately, noting that a neighborhood must have its boundaries and cannot be as big as the city itself (proper subgraphs).
🧠 Other Memory Gems
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For easier recall of subgraph types, remember 'SPI' — S for Subgraph, P for Proper Subgraph, and I for Induced Subgraph.
🎯 Super Acronyms
To remember the steps of removing a vertex
- R-E-C — R for Remove
- E: for Edges
- C: for Connections. Removing a vertex means affecting its connections!
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Glossary of Terms
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Term: Subgraph
Definition:
A graph formed from a subset of a larger graph's vertices and edges.
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Term: Proper Subgraph
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A subgraph that is not equal to the original graph.
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Term: Induced Subgraph
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A subgraph formed by a subset of vertices, including edges only between these vertices.
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Term: Edge Deletion
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Removing an edge from a graph while keeping the vertex set intact.
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Term: Vertex Deletion
Definition:
Removing a vertex from the graph, which also involves removing all incident edges.