algebraic graph theory

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(uncountable, mathematics, graph theory) The subbranch of graph theory in which algebraic methods are applied to problems about graphs.
The three main branches of algebraic graph theory involve the use of linear algebra, the use of group theory and the study of graph invariants.

(countable, applied mathematics) A theory developed by applying algebraic graph theory to a particular problem or application.

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