Real component
Definition
The real component of a complex number is the part that represents a regular real number. It is denoted as 'a' in the form a + bi.
Related terms
Imaginary component: The imaginary component of a complex number is represented by 'bi' in the form a + bi. It contributes to making up the complete complex number.
Complex conjugate: The complex conjugate of a given complex number has its sign flipped for its imaginary part while keeping its real part unchanged.
Absolute value: Also known as modulus or magnitude, it refers to the distance between zero and a point representing a complex number in the complex plane.
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