Vector Calculus
Definition
Vector calculus is a branch of mathematics that focuses on studying vector fields and their properties. It involves operations such as differentiation and integration applied to vectors and vector-valued functions.
Related terms
Gradient: The gradient represents the rate of change or slope of a scalar field at each point in space.
Curl: The curl measures the rotation or circulation of a vector field around each point.
Divergence: The divergence measures how much a vector field spreads out or converges at each point.
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