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A surjection is a function that maps elements from one set to another such that every element in the target set is hit by at least one element from the source set, making it 'onto' and ensuring complete coverage. In modern mathematics, it's essential for concepts like inverses and equivalences, but it doesn't guarantee one-to-one pairings, which can lead to fascinating paradoxes in infinite sets.
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