Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
integrand
noun
/ˈɪn.tɪ.ɡrænd/
Definition
The function that is to be integrated in a mathematical expression.
Examples
- When calculating the area under a curve, the integrand represents the curve itself.
- In the integral ∫ f(x) dx, the function f(x) is the integrand.
- Understanding the properties of the integrand can help simplify the integration process.
Meaning
In calculus, the integrand is the specific function or expression that appears inside the integral sign when performing integration.
Synonyms
- none
