Math 31
Topics in Algebra
Project
The project of this class will be to find a solution to the 2x2 Rubik's cube and to understand the connection with abstract algebra.
Material
To develop and understand a repertoire of cube moves you can use the following sheets and pictures:cube moves 1 (.pdf in color)
cube moves 2 (.pdf w/o color)
two cubes (picture)
Essay
The following topics should be included in the essay. The list of questions will be further expanded during the term:essay questions
Teams
 Caitlyn, Jade, John, Matthew |
 Anne, Claire, Patrick, Ryan |
 Goodwill, Max, Sarah, Vera |
 Ira, Jerry, Nan, Ying |
 Alan, Andrew, Nick, Philip |
 Anita, Daniel, Lota, Shivam |
Links
Ravi Fernando solves three cubes while juggling themMichel Gondry solves the cube with his feet
Cayley graphs of small groups
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The Ants and Journey to the Ants by Wilson and Hoelldobler |