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noun (plural formulae in scientific use, formulas in informal use)
- (mathematics) Any mathematical rule expressed symbolically.
- <math>x = \frac {-b \pm \sqrt{b^2 - 4ac}}{2a}</math> is the formula for finding the roots of the quadratic equation y = ax2 + bx + c.
- (chemistry) A symbolic expression of the structure of a compound.
- H2O is the formula for water (Dihydrogen monoxide)
- A plan of action intended to solve a problem.
- A formulation; a prescription; a mixture or solution made in a prescribed manner; the identity and quanties of ingredients of such a mixture.
- The formula of the rocket fuel has not been revealed.
Translations: - Dutch: formule
- French: formule
- German: Formel
- Italian: formula
(trans-mid)
- Spanish: fórmula
Etymology: From Latin, formula.
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