Three-Dimensional Chern-Simons and BF Theories
A. Borowiec (Wroclaw U.), M. Francaviglia (Torino U.)
TL;DR
This paper explores the connection between 3D Chern-Simons theory and BF theory, clarifying their relationship within topological field theories.
Contribution
It provides a detailed analysis of the relationship between covariant Chern-Simons and BF theories, enhancing understanding of their topological properties.
Findings
Established a formal relationship between Chern-Simons and BF theories.
Clarified the topological invariants associated with both theories.
Provided insights into their covariant formulations.
Abstract
Our aim in this note is to clarify a relationship between covariant Chern-Simons 3-dimensional theory and Schwartz type topological field theory known also as BF theory.
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