Introduction to Integrals
In mathematics, an integral assigns numbers to functions in a way that describes displacement, area, volume, and other concepts that arise by combining infinitesimal data.
The Notation
Integrals are represented by the symbol ∫ and were first used comprehensively by the Swiss mathematician Leonhard Euler.
Basic Example
The integral of a function f(x) from a to b is denoted as:
Further Resources
Explore these topics to deepen your understanding of how integrals work: