McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Mathematics - Softcover

McGraw-Hill

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0070524335 ISBN 13: 9780070524330

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Inc.,US, 1997

Mathematicians, scientists, engineers, and students can turn to this dictionary for definitive coverage of all branches of mathematics, both pure and applied. Featuring 3,600 terms, the book defines terms and expressions in algebra, number theory, operator theory, logic, complex numbers, finite mathematics, topology, and other areas-each with definition identified by the field in which it is primarily used. Included are numerous cross references and an appendix with tables of integrals and derivatives.

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Review:

Excerpts of review by T.R. Faust, Burlington College

McGraw-Hill derives these inexpensive subject-specific dictionaries from its Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, covering 110,000 terms. Libraries could not go wrong purchasing this recognized standard reference--either the parent or its offspring. Choosing which to purchase will probably present the greater challenge. Students may be more likely to favor these more focused titles, whereas librarians may be more enthralled with the larger, more encompassing mother work. ...The offspring reproduce the definitions of terms exactly as they appear in the mother work, with pronunciation but without illustrations. The appropriate appendixes are retained in the smaller volumes, but biographical entries are dropped.

McGraw-Hill tends to include more appendixes [than competition], such as geological time scales and electronic symbols...libraries will be well served by the McGraw-Hill titles. Summing Up: Highly recommended. (Choice 2003-10-01)

From the Back Cover:

AUTHORITATIVE COMPREHENSIVE CURRENT. Carefully reviewed to ensure its accuracy, clarity, and completeness, the McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Mathematics puts a wealth of essential information at your fingertips. Whether you're a professional, a student, a writer, or a general reader with science curiosity, this comprehensive resource defines the current language of pure and applied mathematics and gives you a better understanding of the ideas and concepts you need to know. The McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Mathematics is based on the renowned McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, Fifth Edition, the universal reference choice for the international scientific community researchers, scientists, engineers, technicians, educators, and writers and general readers with an interest in science. 4,000 up-to-date entries that fully define the language of mathematics; Based on the world-famous McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Scientific and Technical Terms, Fifth Edition; Covers all fields of pure and applied mathematics, including arithmetic, algebra, geometry, trigonometry, calculus, logic, and topology; Includes hundreds of synonyms, acronyms, and abbreviations; Provides pronunciations for all terms; Appendix contains tables of useful data and information.

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