Topology: Disk Deprivation

This lecture explores the concept of disk deprivation in topology, focusing on spaces that are deprived of disks through various transformations. Starting with the definition of disk deprivation, the instructor illustrates how certain spaces, such as tori and wedges, emerge from this process. The lecture delves into the homotopy wedge of two spaces and the construction of tori from disks, highlighting the topological properties that arise. Through a series of examples and visual aids, the instructor demonstrates how disk deprivation plays a crucial role in understanding the topology of different spaces.