What is another word for identity element?
Pronunciation: [a͡ɪdˈɛntɪti ˈɛlɪmənt] (IPA) 
The identity element is a mathematical concept that is commonly used in algebraic structures. This element is an element within a set that, when combined with another element in the set, does not alter the value of that element. Synonyms for the term identity element include neutral element, unity element, and identity unit. In addition to these synonyms, the concept is also known as the identity element of the binary operation, the identity of an algebraic structure, and the unity of an algebraic structure. Understanding the concept of the identity element is crucial for comprehending many mathematical operations as well as having applications in programming and physics.
