The Python function `matplotlib.collections.PatchCollection.set_cmap` is used to set the colormap for a collection of patches in a plot. A patch collection represents a collection of geometric shapes such as rectangles, circles, or polygons. Colormaps define the colors that correspond to different values in a dataset and can be used to visually represent data. By using `set_cmap`, you can specify a predefined colormap or create a custom one to assign colors to the patches in your plot, helping to convey information or patterns in the data.
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