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a branch of mathematics that deals with addition, subtraction, multiplication, etc.

Students in elementary school learn basic arithmetic operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

(geometry) a lack of symmetry or equivalence in shape or size between the two sides or parts of something

In geometry, asymmetry means the two sides are not identical.

the central point or line around which an object turns

The Earth spins on its axis once every twenty-four hours.

the branch of mathematics that comprises differentials and integrals

Calculus is used to find the area under a curve.

(mathematics) an interdisciplinary theory about complex systems that obey particular laws but appear to have little or no order

Chaos theory explains how small changes can lead to huge differences in complex systems.

(in geometry) describing shapes of the same size and form

If you fold the paper along the crease, the two halves are congruent.

a number expressed in the base-10 system

42 is a decimal number.

a branch of mathematics that studies the strategies of dealing with competitive situations involving conflict of interests, especially in business, war, etc.

Game theory helps businesses decide on the best pricing strategies.

a rectangular array of numbers or symbols organized in rows and columns, commonly used in linear algebra for representing equations, transformations, and vector operations

A 2x3 matrix represents a collection of numbers organized in two rows and three columns.

a branch of mathematics that deals with the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles

In trigonometry, the sine function (sin) relates the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the hypotenuse in a right-angled triangle.

the length of a straight line drawn from the center of a circle to any point on its outer boundary

The radius of a circle is half the length of its diameter, extending from the center to any point on the circumference.

(geometry) a symmetrical open curve that is similar to the path of an object thrown into the air passes till it falls back to earth

The path of a thrown ball forms a parabola.

the rate at which a quantity or dimension changes over a given distance or interval

The gradient of the river’s flow affects its speed.

(mathematics) a statement indicating the equality between two values

In algebra, solving equations involves finding the values of variables that satisfy the equality stated.

the distance around the external boundary of something

The athlete completed a lap around the track, covering the entire circumference in record time.

to have a particular meaning or represent something

His silence meant that he was not interested in the conversation.

a straight line from one side of a round object, particularly a circle, passing through the center and joining the other side

The diameter of a circle is the longest distance between any two points on its circumference, passing through the center.

related to a configuration where two or more components share a common axis or same center point

The machine parts are aligned in a coaxial arrangement.

a device used to measure and record precise time intervals

He used the chronograph to time his running laps.

to examine, repair, and make significant improvements or changes to something

The company decided to overhaul its outdated website, introducing a new design and features.

a device used for measuring electrical resistance in a circuit, stated in ohms

He used an ohmmeter to check the resistance of the circuit.

a small piece of material that is a semiconductor, used to make an integrated circuit

The computer’s performance improved after upgrading its microchip.

a long rigid bar that is put under a heavy object in order to move it

He used a lever to lift the heavy rock from the ground.

a substance that doesn't conduct heat, sound, etc.

The walls were lined with an insulator to keep the room warm.

a device that allows movement between mechanical parts of a machine or converts backward and forward motion into circular movement

The engineer used a crank to manually adjust the height of the lifting mechanism.

a North American songbird with a red beak, the male of which has bright red plumage

The male cardinal sang loudly from a branch near the feeder.

a three-dimensional figure made of six square or rectangular faces

The dice used in board games are typically shaped like cubes.

a branch of mathematics that focuses on studying rates of change and instantaneous variations through the concept of derivatives

Differential calculus helps us find how quickly something changes.

a mathematical function that represents the exponent to which a fixed number, called the base, must be raised to produce a given number

In the logarithm log₂(8) = 3, the base 2 raised to the power of 3 equals 8.

a number that indicates the position of something in a sequence, such as third, second, etc.

In a race, the runner who finishes in first place is said to be the winner of the first ordinal.

the ability to control or have an effect on things or people

The king's power over his kingdom was absolute.

the range of different wavelengths or frequencies of light or radiation

The scientist studied the spectrum of visible light emitted by the star.