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ICSE Class 12 Computer Science – Chapter 1: Boolean

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  • 1

    Boolean Algebra

    Boolean Algebra is the study of binary variables and logical operations, foundational for digital electronics and computer science.

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  • 1.1

    What Is Boolean Algebra?

    Boolean Algebra focuses on binary variables and logical operations, forming the foundation of digital electronics and computer science.

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  • 1.2

    Basic Boolean Operators

    This section introduces the fundamental Boolean operators: AND, OR, and NOT, which form the basis of Boolean Algebra.

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  • 1.3

    Laws Of Boolean Algebra

    The Laws of Boolean Algebra are essential principles used to simplify Boolean expressions and aid the design of digital circuits.

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  • 1.4

    Duality Principle

    The Duality Principle outlines how Boolean expressions maintain their validity through specific transformations involving logic operations and binary values.

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  • 1.5

    De Morgan’s Theorems

    De Morgan’s Theorems are essential principles in Boolean algebra used for simplifying logical expressions.

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  • 1.6

    Canonical Forms

    Canonical forms in Boolean Algebra refer to specific standardized expressions used to represent Boolean functions.

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  • 1.7

    Boolean Function Minimization

    This section covers methods for simplifying Boolean functions to make digital circuits more efficient.

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  • 1.8

    Logic Gates

    Logic gates are fundamental components of Boolean algebra used to implement logical operations in digital circuits.

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  • 1.9

    Applications Of Boolean Algebra

    Boolean Algebra is fundamental in designing and optimizing digital circuits, software development, and programming.

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  • 1.2

    Basic Boolean Operators

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  • 1.2.1

    And Operation

    The AND operation is a fundamental Boolean operation that yields true only when both operands are true.

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  • 1.2.2

    Or Operation

    The OR operation in Boolean algebra yields true if at least one of its operands is true.

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  • 1.2.3

    Not Operation

    The NOT operation is a basic Boolean operator that inverts the value of a binary variable.

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  • 1.3

    Laws Of Boolean Algebra

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  • 1.3.1

    Identity Laws

    The Identity Laws in Boolean algebra establish the fundamental role of 1 and 0 in logical operations.

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  • 1.3.2

    Null Laws

    Null Laws in Boolean algebra state that any variable ORed with 1 equals 1, and any variable ANDed with 0 equals 0.

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  • 1.3.3

    Idempotent Laws

    The Idempotent Laws in Boolean Algebra state that A + A = A and A ∙ A = A.

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  • 1.3.4

    Complement Laws

    Complement laws in Boolean algebra define the relationship between variables and their complements, establishing foundational rules for simplification.

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  • 1.3.5

    Commutative Laws

    The Commutative Laws in Boolean Algebra state that the order of the operands does not affect the outcome of the operation.

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  • 1.3.6

    Associative Laws

    The Associative Laws in Boolean Algebra describe how logical operations can be regrouped without changing the outcome.

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  • 1.3.7

    Distributive Laws

    The Distributive Laws in Boolean algebra allow for the expansion of expressions involving AND and OR operations, essential for simplifying logic circuits.

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  • 1.4

    Duality Principle

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  • 1.5

    De Morgan’s Theorems

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  • 1.6

    Canonical Forms

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  • 1.6.1

    Sum Of Products (Sop)

    The Sum of Products (SOP) is a canonical form in Boolean algebra where a logical expression is represented as a sum of products.

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  • 1.6.2

    Product Of Sums (Pos)

    The Product of Sums (POS) is a standard form of Boolean expressions where the expression is a product (AND) of sums (OR).

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  • 1.6.3

    Minterms And Maxterms

    This section introduces minterms and maxterms, foundational concepts in Boolean algebra that serve as standard forms for representing logical expressions.

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  • 1.7

    Boolean Function Minimization

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  • 1.7.1

    Algebraic Method

    The Algebraic Method is used to simplify Boolean functions through the application of Boolean laws and theorems.

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  • 1.7.2

    Karnaugh Map (K-Map) Method

    The Karnaugh Map is a visual tool used for simplifying Boolean functions through groupings of adjacent '1's to create minimal expressions.

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  • 1.8

    Logic Gates

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  • 1.8.1

    Basic Gates

    This section introduces the concept of basic gates in digital electronics, including AND, OR, and NOT gates, which implement fundamental Boolean operations.

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  • 1.8.2

    Universal Gates

    Universal gates, specifically NAND and NOR, are essential components in digital circuits as they can be used to create any other gate.

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  • 1.8.3

    Exclusive Gates

    This section introduces exclusive gates, including the XOR and XNOR gates, which perform unique logical operations involving two Boolean variables.

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  • 1.9

    Applications Of Boolean Algebra

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