Characteristic

The word characteristic has several meanings:

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In mathematics, see

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• characteristic (algebra)
• characteristic function
• characteristic subgroup
• Euler characteristic
• method of characteristics

In genetics, see characteristic (genetics).

Related Topics:
Genetics - Characteristic (genetics)

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Characteristic is also sometimes used as a piece of jargon in discussions of universals in metaphysics, often in the phrase 'distinguishing characteristics'.

Related Topics:
Universals - Metaphysics

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An I-V or current-voltage characteristic is the current in a circuit as a function of the applied voltage. It is used, for example, to describe diodes and Langmuir probes.

Related Topics:
Diode - Langmuir probe

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