Asymmetry is the absence of, or a violation of, a symmetry.... if it is not symmetric
Symmetry
Symmetry generally conveys two primary meanings. The first is an imprecise sense of harmonious or aesthetically-pleasing proportionality and balance; such that it reflects beauty or perfection.... .
Asymmetry often means, simply: not symmetric. In this sense an asymmetric relation is a binary relation which is not a symmetric relation.In some texts the word is given the following stronger definition.... for information on asymmetric relations in mathematics
Mathematics
Mathematics is the study of quantity, structure, space, change, and related topics of pattern and form. Mathematicians seek out patterns whether found in numbers, space, natural science, computers, imaginary abstractions, or elsewhere.... and set theory
Set theory
Set theory is the branch of mathematics that studies Set , which are collections of objects. Although any type of object can be collected into a set, set theory is applied most often to objects that are relevant to mathematics.... .
Asymmetric warfare originally referred to war between two or more belligerents whose relative military power differs significantly. Contemporary military thinkers tend to broaden... for information and theories of modern war.
