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| − | In [[mathematics]], a '''differential equation''' is an [[equation]] that relates a [[function]] to one or more of its [[derivative]]s. | + | In [[mathematics]], a '''differential equation''' is an [[equation]] that relates a [[function]] to one or more of its [[derivative]]s. Differential equations are especially applicable when the tools of algebra, which are ideally suited for static systems, are not enough. Many physical systems are modeled by solving differential equations, although their usefulness extends well into other fields of science such as chemistry and economics. |
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Revision as of 05:19, February 12, 2009
In mathematics, a differential equation is an equation that relates a function to one or more of its derivatives. Differential equations are especially applicable when the tools of algebra, which are ideally suited for static systems, are not enough. Many physical systems are modeled by solving differential equations, although their usefulness extends well into other fields of science such as chemistry and economics.