---
tag: 05KQ3F99BQ
kind: concept
name: Improper integral
msc: [26A42, 40A10]
sources:
  - url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Improper_integral
    locator: lead section
same_as:
  wikidata: Q464118
  wikipedia: Improper integral
---

## Summary

An improper integral is a limit of definite integrals. It extends integration to unbounded intervals and to functions that are unbounded near a point. The node [[improper integral|0VCTBJMEJF]] gives the precise definition.