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Term: Magnitude Formula

Description:

The magnitude formula is a mathematical expression used to calculate the magnitude of a vector or a mathematical quantity in various fields, such as physics and engineering. It is a fundamental concept that helps measure the size or extent of a given quantity.

Senses and Usages:

1. Vector Magnitude: In physics, the magnitude formula calculates the length or magnitude of a vector, which represents both its direction and size. It is often denoted by enclosing the vector in double vertical bars, like ||v||.

Example Sentence: The magnitude formula can determine the strength of the force vector acting on an object.

2. Mathematical Quantity: The magnitude formula is also used to find the absolute value or magnitude of a mathematical quantity, disregarding its direction.

Example Sentence: Using the magnitude formula, we can determine the distance between two points on a coordinate plane.

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