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The Wikipedia article on graph theory, covering its definition as the study of vertices and edges, its 1736 origin in Euler's Konigsberg bridges problem, and its central problems of coloring, connectivity and routing.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Graph_theory
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Encyclopedia
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2
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Graph Theory (Wikipedia)
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Graph Theory (Wikipedia)
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the study of graphs, which are mathematical structures used to model pairwise relations between objects
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This source backs 12 claims across the atlas. As facts: 8 well-attested. As cited relationships: 1 connected. Plus 3 entities citing it as a general reference with no single fact or relationship attached.

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  • Branches of Mathematics, 7 claims: 3 well-attested, 1 connected, 3 general references.
  • Sources, 5 claims: 5 well-attested.

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8

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1

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3

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