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Heap Sort

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Understanding Heap Sort:

A Step-by-Step Example
Introduction to Heap Sort

Heap Sort is a popular comparison-based


sorting algorithm that utilizes a data
structure called a heap. This presentation
will guide you through the step-by-step
process of how Heap Sort works, including
the key concepts and operations involved
in sorting an array efficiently.
What is a Heap?
A heap is a special tree-based data
structure that satisfies the heap property.
In a max-heap, for any given node, the
value of the node is greater than or equal
to the values of its children. Understanding
heaps is crucial for implementing the
Heap Sort algorithm effectively.
Building the Heap

The first step in Heap Sort is to build a


heap from the input array. This process
involves rearranging the array into a max-
heap structure. The heapify process
ensures that every parent node is larger
than its children, which is essential for the
sorting process.
Once the max-heap is built, the next step is to sort the array. This is done by
repeatedly removing the maximum element (the root of the heap) and placing it
at the end of the array. The heap is then re-heapified to maintain the heap
property, ensuring efficient sorting.
Heap Sort has a time complexity of O(n log n) in all cases: best, average, and worst.
This makes it an efficient choice for sorting large datasets. However, its space
complexity is O(1), as it sorts the array in place without requiring additional storage.
Conclusion on Heap Sort

In summary, Heap Sort is a highly efficient


sorting algorithm that leverages the
properties of heaps. Its consistency in time
complexity and in-place sorting capability
make it a valuable tool in computer
science. Understanding Heap Sort is
fundamental for mastering more
advanced algorithms.

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