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An "absolute constant" is a fixed value that remains unchanged across different mathematical and scientific contexts.

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Definition

C1Mathematics

(technical, academic)A fixed number that maintains the same value in all mathematical equations.

Example

  • Pi (Ο€) is an absolute constant used in geometry to calculate the circumference of a circle.

C1Science

(technical, academic)A numerical value that does not change regardless of conditions or variables in scientific formulas.

Example

  • The speed of light in a vacuum, denoted as c, is an absolute constant in physics.

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