Integral Calculus

Integral calculus is a branch of mathematics that focuses on the concept of accumulation. It allows us to find areas under curves, total quantities, and the accumulation of change over time. While differential calculus deals with rates of change (like finding slopes), integral calculus helps us sum these changes over an interval. Think of it as adding up an infinite number of tiny pieces to find a whole, such as calculating the area of a shape or the total distance traveled. It is essential in fields like physics, engineering, and economics for modeling and understanding dynamic systems.