Introducing Several Terms in the Basic Operation (English for Science and Technology)

As we know, Science and Technology have a ‘special’ term to their vocabulary. The following explanation will talk about the Basic Operation in term of English for Mathematics, Science, and Technology. This is the resume that I write after reading and learning “Inisiasi 1" written By Mr. Dasrul Danur.

1. Digits, Number, and Figures

First of all, the digit is a single symbol of numerals. We use digits to show the sum or quantity of number. For instance, when we write in 2020, this word is consists of four digits. When we type a word or sentence, we also use digits. When we type “wonderful”, it means the word consists of eight letters.

2. Number

In term of English for Science and Technology, a numeral becomes a symbol or name that stands for a number. For example, 1,2 3, 2012, and telephone number like 629176447265 are all numerals. In conclusion, the number stands for an idea and the numeral is how we write it.

3. Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division

"Addition" is the formal term used to increase the quantity. Besides that, the total amount unit called a sum. The symbol of addition is (+). For instance: 4 + 5 = 8

Differ with addition, we use “substraction” to decreasing the quantity. The symbol is (-). For example: 3 - 2 = 1

The term of multiplication is used to when we multiplying the quantity, and the symbol is (×). For example: 5 x 5 = 25

Division is the term to divide the quantity. We have to use the symbol ( : ). For example: 12 : 3 = 4

Here are the several of basic operation we have to know. Now, it is time to explore to practice this term to use in our daily teaching. Thanks you.