logarithm
1 of 1noun/ˈlɔɡərɪðəm/
Forms:logarithms
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a mathematical function that represents the exponent to which a fixed number, called the base, must be raised to produce a given number
C2Learn more on Wikipedia- In the logarithm log₂(8) = 3, the base 2 raised to the power of 3 equals 8.
- She used the logarithm to solve complex exponential equations in her mathematics class.
- Engineers often apply logarithms in signal processing for efficient data representation.
- Calculating the logarithm is an essential step in determining the pH level in chemistry.
- Astronomers apply logarithms to express stellar magnitudes and measure the brightness of celestial objects.