Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unital

Adjective

ˈjuːnɪtəl

Definition

Relating to or having a single unit or entity; often used in mathematics or algebra to describe a structure that has a multiplicative identity.

Examples

In a unital ring, there exists an element such that for any element in the ring, multiplying it by this identity element yields the original element.
The concept of unital algebras is crucial in functional analysis and quantum mechanics.

Meaning

The term ‘unital’ describes a property of mathematical structures, particularly in algebra, where a certain element serves as a multiplicative identity for operations within that structure.