Equivalent definitions of fusion category arising from separability

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Authors: Zhenbang Zuo
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Abstract

For a semisimple multiring category with left duals, we prove that the unit object is simple if and only if the tensor functors by any non-zero algebra are separable (resp. faithful, resp. Maschke, resp. dual Maschke, resp. conservative). This induces a list of equivalent definitions of fusion category. As an application, we describe the connectness of a class of weak Hopf algebras by the separability of tensor functors. We also consider applications to transfer of simplicity between the unit objects, semisimple indecomposable module category and Grothendieck ring.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Algebraic structures and combinatorial models Advanced Topics in Algebra Rings Modules and Algebras

Publication details

Journal / source
arXiv (Cornell University)
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Preprint