Lecture
This lecture explores the concept of algebraic varieties in linear algebra, focusing on how they arise in nature through the consideration of 2x2 matrices. The instructor discusses the determinants of these matrices and their implications on algebraic varieties, emphasizing the irreducibility of certain varieties. The lecture delves into the prime properties of these varieties and their representation as domains. Additionally, it covers the stratification of algebraic varieties by Jordan type, indexed by partitions. The geometric representation theory is also introduced to provide a deeper understanding of the topic.