Minimum

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Minimum

Minimum (/ˈmɪnɪməm/; from Latin, meaning 'smallest') is a term used in various fields of study, including mathematics, physics, economics, and medicine. It refers to the smallest possible amount, level, or value that can be measured or achieved.

Etymology

The term 'minimum' originates from the Latin word 'minimus', meaning 'smallest'. It was first used in English in the late 15th century.

In Medicine

In the field of medicine, 'minimum' is often used to describe the lowest acceptable or safe level of a substance or condition in the body. For example, the minimum effective dose of a drug is the smallest dose that will produce a therapeutic effect.

Minimum effective dose

Related Terms

  • Maximum: The opposite of minimum, referring to the largest possible amount, level, or value.
  • Optimum: The best or most favorable amount, level, or value.
  • Threshold: The minimum level of stimulation needed to trigger a physiological response.

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