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In earlier chapters some applications of algebraic topology have been discussed. This chapter conveys further applications to understand the scope and power of algebraic topology displaying the great beauty of the subject.

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Adhikari, M.R. (2016). Applications. In: Basic Algebraic Topology and its Applications. Springer, New Delhi. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-81-322-2843-1_14

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