equation /equa·tion/ (e-kwa´zhun) an expression of equality between two parts.
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Patient discussion about equation of the first order.
Henderson-Hasselbalch equation a formula for calculating the pH of a buffer solution such as blood plasma.
e·qua·tion ( -kw  zh n)n. 1. A statement asserting the equality of two mathematical expressions, usually written as a linear array of symbols that are separated into left and right sides and are joined by an equal sign. 2. A representation of a chemical reaction, usually written as a linear array in which the symbols and quantities of the reactants are separated from those of the products by an equal sign, arrow, or set of opposing arrows. |
equation
Etymology: L, aequare, to make equal
an expression in symbols of equality or equivalence.
Patient discussion about equation of the first order.
Q. how do i determine what is the right weight i need to be? i know there is a way to calculate it, an equation , what are the parameters in it ?
A. I don't mean to burst any bubbles, but BMI is definitely not a good way to determine what weight you should be. If you considered that a body builder or a professional athlete is considered obese under BMI standards then you would know what I mean. Here is an article about it I found on Medical News Today: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/49991.php
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