A square matrix is called normal if it commutes with its transpose: A^T A=A A^T. Find all normal

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Normal Matrix

A normal matrix is one that commutes with its adjoint (or transpose in the context of real matrices), meaning A^T A = A A^T. This property is important because it guarantees that the matrix can be diagonalized by an orthogonal transformation, which is a central aspect in understanding its eigenstructure.

Matrix Transpose

The transpose of a matrix is formed by flipping its rows and columns. This basic operation is essential for defining symmetric matrices, and in the case of normal matrices for real entries, the condition involves the transpose, ensuring that the matrix maintains a certain structural balance.

Matrix Commutation

Matrix commutation refers to the property that two matrices can be multiplied in either order with the same result (i.e., AB = BA). In the context of normal matrices, ensuring that A commutes with A^T imposes strong restrictions on the entries of the matrix, which leads to their classification.

Spectral Theorem

The spectral theorem asserts that any normal matrix can be diagonalized via an orthonormal basis. This result is a cornerstone in linear algebra, particularly because it simplifies the analysis of 2×2 matrices by reducing them to a form where their eigenvalues and eigenvectors can be easily computed.

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