Formula
In science, a formula is a concise way of expressing information symbolically.
The informal use of the term formula in science refers to the general construct of a relationship between given quantities.
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Mathematics
In mathematics, a mathematical formula is an entity constructed using the symbols and formation rules of a given logical language.
Formulas are applied to provide a mathematical solution for real world problems.
Some may be general: F = ma, which is one expression of Newton's second law, is applicable to a wide range of physical situations.
Other formulas may be specially created to solve a particular problem; for example, using the equation of a sine curve to model the movement of the tides in a bay.
In all cases, however, formulas form the basis for calculations.
Expressions are distinct from formulas in that they cannot contain an equals sign (=).
Whereas formulas are comparable to sentences, expressions are more like phrases.
Plural
The plural of formula can be spelled either as formulas, or as formulae (from the original Latin).
See also
External links
- Formula @ Wikipedia
