What is another word for scalar field?
Pronunciation: [skˈe͡ɪlə fˈiːld] (IPA) 
A scalar field refers to a mathematical concept that defines a single value at every point in space. It is a field that has only magnitude and no direction. Synonyms for scalar field include scalar function and scalar quantity. Scalar functions are also known as real functions because they return real values. Scalar quantities can be thought of as values that have a magnitude but no direction, such as mass, temperature, or radioactive activity. Scalar fields can be expressed in terms of different coordinate systems, such as polar, cylindrical, or Cartesian coordinates. They have applications in physics, engineering, and mathematics, including electromagnetism and fluid dynamics.
