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Zolotarev's Magical Proof of Quadratic Reciprocity

Matthew Baker

Abstract

We present a creative reimagining of Zolotarev's classical proof of the Law of Quadratic Reciprocity.

Zolotarev's Magical Proof of Quadratic Reciprocity

Abstract

We present a creative reimagining of Zolotarev's classical proof of the Law of Quadratic Reciprocity.
Paper Structure (3 sections, 13 equations, 3 figures)

This paper contains 3 sections, 13 equations, 3 figures.

Figures (3)

  • Figure 1: Example of a row deal with $m=3$ and $n=5$
  • Figure 2: Example of a column deal with $m=3$ and $n=5$
  • Figure 3: Example of a diagonal deal with $m=3$ and $n=5$