Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

log-log

adjective
/lɒɡ lɒɡ/
Definition
A log-log scale is a type of graph scale where both the x-axis and y-axis are logarithmic. This allows for a more manageable representation of data that spans several orders of magnitude.
Examples
  • The data points on the log-log graph indicated a power law relationship.
  • When analyzing the data, we found that presenting it in a log-log format made trends more discernible.
  • Log-log scales are particularly useful in fields like biology and economics.
Meaning
The term ‘log-log’ refers to the usage of logarithmic scales on both axes of a graph, which is particularly useful for depicting relationships between variables in scientific and statistical data where exponential growth or a wide range of values is present.
Synonyms
  • logarithmic scale
  • semi-log scale (when applicable)