Niels Henrik Abel was a Norwegian mathematician born in the early 1800s who showed early talent in mathematics. A teacher recognized his gift and provided private lessons in advanced math. Though he made contributions to the mathematical field of group theory during his lifetime, he did not become widely known for his work until after his death, including developing concepts like Abelian groups and categories.

1. Niels Henrik Abel By Jake Crowl

2. Life -Niels Able was born in Norway during the early 1800’s. -At age 13 he enrolled in the Cathedral School. http://www.johnfishersr.net/CHS1958.htm

3. Life - A Teacher recognized his talent during a homework assignment. - His teacher gave him private lessons of higher level mathematics. http://www.sosmath.com/trig/Trig5/trig5/trig5.html

4. Life Abel is mainly know for his mathematical branch of group theory. This branch is mainly in physics and some higher levels math. He didn’t become known for his writing until after his death. Hes know for: - Abelian group - Abelian category - Ableian variety

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