Smooth Structure

In mathematics, a smooth structure on a manifold allows for an unambiguous notion of smooth function. In particular, a smooth structure allows one to perform mathematical analysis on the manifold.

Read more about Smooth Structure:  Definition, Maximal Smooth Atlases, Equivalence of Smooth Structures, Exotic Spheres, Related Structures

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