Calculus is a branch of mathematics focused on limits, functions, derivatives, integrals, and infinite series.
Limits describe the behavior of a function as it approaches a certain point or value. They are foundational in defining derivatives and integrals.
Derivatives represent the rate of change of a function with respect to a variable. Understanding derivatives is essential for studying motion and change.
Integrals are the reverse process of derivatives, used to calculate areas under curves and are fundamental in physics.