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linear algebra

American  

noun

Mathematics.
  1. algebra2


linear algebra Scientific  
  1. The branch of mathematics that deals with the theory of systems of linear equations, matrices, vector spaces, and linear transformations.


Etymology

Origin of linear algebra

First recorded in 1890–95

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Mathematically, the "decay and fission" algorithm is based on the principles of linear algebra and a clear definition of stability.

From Science Daily • Jun. 3, 2024

Cooking, reading, and cleaning may as well have been linear algebra.

From Slate • Mar. 17, 2024

A CSU math major, for instance, requires linear algebra or differential equations.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 28, 2023

Now, theorists have found a way to solve the integrals numerically by reducing them to linear algebra.

From Science Magazine • Nov. 30, 2022

In contrast to the relatively simple and rigid structures that characterize linear algebra, TDA is grounded in topology, a branch of mathematics that studies pliable, stretchy shapes.

From Scientific American • Sep. 26, 2022