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Definition & Meaning of "calculus"in English

Calculus
01

the branch of mathematics that comprises differentials and integrals

calculus definition and meaning

What is "calculus"?

Calculus is a branch of mathematics that deals with change and motion, focusing on concepts like limits, derivatives, and integrals. It helps to understand how things change over time or how they accumulate, such as in physics or economics. Calculus is essential for solving problems involving rates of change, areas under curves, and optimization.

Examples
Calculus is used to find the area under a curve.
02

a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body

03

an incrustation that forms on the teeth and gums

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