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Meaning of Algebra
The primary meaning of the word "Algebra" refers to a branch of mathematics dealing with the study of variables and their relationships, often using symbols and equations to represent and solve problems.
Definitions
- A branch of mathematics that deals with the study of variables and their relationships, often using symbols and equations to represent and solve problems.
- The study of mathematical symbols and the rules for manipulating them, often used to solve equations and represent relationships between variables.
Etymology of Algebra
The word "Algebra" originates from the Arabic term "al-jabr," which refers to the process of restoring or reunion, and was first used by the Persian mathematician Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi in the 9th century to describe the method of solving linear and quadratic equations.
The term was later adopted into Latin as "algebra" and has since been used to describe the broader field of mathematics that deals with the study of variables and their relationships.
Example Uses
- The student struggled to understand the algebra concepts in her math class.
- Algebra is a fundamental subject in many fields, including physics, engineering, and computer science.
- The mathematician used algebra to develop a new theory of equations.