QUASIRANDOM Meaning and
Definition
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Quasirandom is an adjective used to describe a sequence, set, or distribution that exhibits characteristics of randomness but is not truly random. The term is often used in mathematics, computational science, and statistics.
In these contexts, randomness typically refers to a perfectly random sequence of numbers or points that are uniformly distributed and independent of one another. However, in many applications, generating a truly random sequence can be challenging or even impossible due to limitations in computational power or practical constraints.
Quasirandom sequences aim to approximate randomness by exhibiting some statistically desirable properties. They are designed to have a more regular and evenly distributed pattern than a deterministic or regular sequence, and yet retain certain characteristics of randomness. Quasirandom sequences are usually created using well-defined mathematical algorithms that produce points or values that are considered to be "nearly" random.
These sequences find applications in various fields, including optimization, numerical integration, Monte Carlo simulations, and computer graphics. By using quasirandom sequences, researchers can often achieve more accurate and efficient results compared to using deterministic or fully random sequences.
It is important to note that while quasirandom sequences can resemble random patterns, they are still deterministically generated and, therefore, not truly random. This allows for the repetition of the same sequence, which can be advantageous in certain situations where reproducibility and control are necessary.
Common Misspellings for QUASIRANDOM
- 1uasirandom
- 2uasirandom
- wuasirandom
- auasirandom
- qyasirandom
- qhasirandom
- qjasirandom
- qiasirandom
- q8asirandom
- q7asirandom
- quzsirandom
- qussirandom
- quwsirandom
- quqsirandom
- quaairandom
- quazirandom
- quaxirandom
- quadirandom
- quaeirandom
- quawirandom
Etymology of QUASIRANDOM
The word "quasirandom" is a combination of two different terms, "quasi" and "random".
The term "quasi" originates from Latin and it means "as if" or "resembling". It is commonly used as a prefix to indicate something that has a resemblance or similarity to something else.
The word "random" has a different origin, coming from the Old English word "randian" which means "to run, to gallop". It evolved over time to represent something that occurs without a specific pattern, aim, or purpose.
When these two terms are combined, "quasirandom" is formed, indicating something that is similar to or resembles randomness, but may have some underlying structure, order, or pattern.
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