Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
integrand
noun
/ˈɪntɪɡrænd/
Definition
The integrand is the function that is being integrated in a mathematical expression.
Examples
- The function f(x) = x^2 is an integrand in the integral ∫ f(x) dx.
- When computing the definite integral, the integrand may be complicated, but the process remains the same.
- Understanding the behavior of the integrand helps in evaluating the integral effectively.
Meaning
In calculus, an integrand is the function that appears inside an integral sign. It is the quantity that you want to find the area under, or the accumulation of values, when you perform the integration.
Synonyms
- None found (as it’s a specific mathematical term)
