bessel

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Definitions

1. noun

A function of the form Jn(x) or Yn(x) that is a solution to Bessel’s equation.

“The solution to the differential equation was a Bessel function.”

2. proper noun

Friedrich Bessel, a German astronomer and mathematician.

“Friedrich Bessel made significant contributions to the field of astronomy.”

Synonyms

  • astronomical function
  • differential equation solution

Antonyms

  • trigonometric function