Integrand
Definition
The term "integrand" refers to the function being integrated within an integral. It represents what we want to find the antiderivative of.
Analogy
Think of the integrand as the main ingredient in a recipe. It's the key component that determines the final outcome of the dish, just like the integrand determines the result of an integral.
Related terms
Definite Integral: A definite integral is an integral with specified limits of integration, resulting in a single numerical value.
Indefinite Integral: An indefinite integral represents a family of functions that differ by a constant. It does not have specific limits of integration.
Riemann Sum: A Riemann sum is an approximation method for finding the area under a curve by dividing it into smaller rectangles and summing their areas.
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