Coloring Signed Graphs
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چکیده
This survey paper provides an introduction to signed graphs, focusing on coloring. We shall introduce the concept of signed graphs, a proper coloring, and basic properties, such as a balanced graph and switchings. We will examine the chromatic number for six special signed graphs, upper bound the chromatic number, and discuss practical applications of signed graphs.
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