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Initial Conditions


Conditions at an initial time t=t_0 from which a given set of mathematical equations or physical system evolves. A system with initial conditions specified is known as an initial value problem.


See also

Boundary Conditions, Initial Value Problem

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Weisstein, Eric W. "Initial Conditions." From MathWorld--A Wolfram Web Resource. https://mathworld.wolfram.com/InitialConditions.html

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