calculus

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六级GRE

英文释义

n. a hard lump produced by the concretion of mineral salts; found in hollow organs or ducts of the body
n. the branch of mathematics that is concerned with limits and with the differentiation and integration of functions

中文翻译

n. 结石;微积分学

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记忆技巧

calculus 源自拉丁语,意思是“小石子”,在古代用于计算。可以把它拆分为 calc-(石头)和 -ulus(小的),联想到用小石子进行计算,这与数学中的微积分概念相符。

例句

1. I am studying calculus in my math class this semester.
我这个学期在数学课上学习微积分。
2. Calculus helps us understand changes in rates, like speed and acceleration.
微积分帮助我们理解变化率,比如速度和加速度。
3. Many engineering programs require students to take calculus courses.
许多工程专业要求学生修习微积分课程。

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