noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
unipotent
Mathematical term used in group theory and linear algebra to describe an element or matrix where some power equals the identity. Domain-specific; not used in general language.
A unipotent matrix becomes the identity matrix at some power.
All elements of this group are unipotent.
Standard kana-kanji spelling for this mathematical term.
Rare kanji spelling using 冪 (power) and 単 (single); may be encountered in older mathematical texts.
Rare variant using 巾 (cloth) as a simplified substitute for 冪; not standard.
Compound of 冪 (べき, 'power') and 単 (たん, 'single'), referring to the property that a single power yields the identity. The exact historical derivation is uncertain; the term is a modern mathematical coinage.