The heat equation is a parabolic partial differential equation which describes the distribution of heat (or variation in temperature) in a given region over time.
Read more about Heat Equation: Statement of The Equation, General Description, Solving The Heat Equation Using Fourier Series, Heat Conduction in Non-homogeneous Anisotropic Media, Fundamental Solutions, Mean-value Property For The Heat Equation, Stationary Heat Equation
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