Erf
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-005461
The error function, a special mathematical function that arises in probability, statistics, and partial differential equations, particularly in heat conduction and diffusion problems. It is defined as the integral of the Gaussian function. In atmospheric science, it is used in modeling processes like turbulent diffusion and the spread of pollutants.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-005461 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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