Ontology of Mathematics

Ontology of mathematics is a branch of the philosophy of mathematics that explores the nature and existence of mathematical entities, such as numbers, shapes, and sets. It asks questions like: Do these abstract objects really exist? Are they discovered or invented by humans? This area of study helps us understand how mathematics relates to reality, whether it's something tangible we can interact with or purely a product of human thought. Different philosophical perspectives, like Platonism and nominalism, offer varying views on the existence and significance of mathematical objects and their role in our understanding of the world.