Topics in a Multivariable Calculus Course
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Jacobian |
The Jacobian of a function consists of its partial derivatives arranged in matrix form and arises when performing a change of variables in multivariable calculus. |
Multivariable Calculus |
Multivariable calculus is the branch of calculus that studies functions of more than one variable. |
Partial Derivative |
A partial derivative is a derivative of a multivariate function in which all but one of the variables are held fixed during the differentiation. |
Tangent Vector |
A tangent vector is a vector pointing in the direction of the tangent line to the graph of a function. |
Vector Field |
A vector field is a function that assigns a vector to each point of Euclidean space. Vector fields arise in differential equations and differential geometry. |