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tag: 0QKJ6NT0R9
kind: concept
name: Derivative function
msc: [26A24]
sources:
  - url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Derivative
    locator: Definition
---

## Summary

The derivative function of a differentiable function $f$ is the function $f'$ that gives the derivative of $f$ at each point. Repeating the process gives higher derivatives. The node [[derivative function|027K9RMZ43]] gives the precise definition.