Implicit methods are numerical techniques used to solve differential equations, where the solution at a certain time level depends on both the current and future values of the solution. These methods are particularly important for handling stiff equations, where they can provide stability and accuracy. The reliance on future values means that implicit methods often require solving a system of equations at each time step, making them more computationally intensive but often more robust than explicit methods.
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