Sigma (Σ)
Definition
The symbol Σ, called sigma, represents the sum of a series of numbers. It is used to express the total value obtained by adding up all the terms in a sequence.
Related terms
Sequence: A sequence is an ordered list of numbers that follow a specific pattern or rule.
Summation Notation: Summation notation is another name for sigma (Σ) and is used to represent the sum of a series.
Arithmetic Series: An arithmetic series is a sequence in which each term after the first is obtained by adding a constant difference to the previous term.
"Sigma (Σ)" appears in:
Subjects (2)
AP Chemistry
Organic Chemistry
Additional resources (1)
AP Calculus AB/BC - Unit 6 Overview: Integration and Accumulation of Change
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