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  • Derivative

    A mathematical expression representing the rate of change of an unknown function with respect to its variable.
  • Integral

    A mathematical operation used to reverse the process of differentiation, recovering the original function from its rate of change.
  • Differential Equation

    An equation involving an unknown function and its derivatives, often used to model dynamic systems.
  • Initial Condition

    A given value of the original function at a specific point, used to determine unknown constants in solutions.
  • Initial Value Problem

    A scenario combining a differential equation with a specific value of the function at a point to find a unique solution.
  • Constant of Integration

    An arbitrary constant added after integrating, representing the family of all possible solutions before applying conditions.
  • General Solution

    A solution to a differential equation that includes an arbitrary constant, representing all possible functions satisfying the equation.
  • Particular Solution

    A unique function obtained by applying the initial condition to the general solution, eliminating the arbitrary constant.
  • Higher-Order Derivative

    A derivative taken multiple times, such as the second or third derivative, indicating repeated rates of change.
  • Power Rule

    A technique for integrating or differentiating terms involving variables raised to a power.
  • Sum and Difference Rule

    A method allowing integration or differentiation of each term in a sum or difference separately.
  • Unknown Function

    A function whose explicit form is not given but is determined by solving a differential equation.
  • Variable Substitution

    A process of replacing a variable with a specific value, often used when applying an initial condition.
  • Original Function

    The function recovered from its derivative through integration, representing the solution to the initial value problem.