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singularity science definition
- A point of infinite density and infinitesimal volume, at which space and time become infinitely distorted according to the theory of General Relativity. According to the big bang theory, a gravitational singularity existed at the beginning of the universe. Singularities are also believed to exist at the center of black holes.
- Mathematics A point at which the derivative does not exist for a given function but every neighborhood of which contains points for which the derivative exists.
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