Algorithm
A finite, unambiguous sequence of mathematical instructions implemented in software to solve specific physical equations or compute numerical values.
Governing formula
Step-by-step computational procedure
SI unit
Computational Logic
In depth
In computational physics, algorithm selection determines numerical accuracy, computational speed, and stability. Well-designed algorithms minimize round-off errors and computational complexity.
Examples in the real world
Verlet integration algorithm for N-body molecular dynamics and Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) for spectral analysis.