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Integrálszámítás, often referred to as integral calculus, is a fundamental branch of mathematics that deals with the theory and application of integrals. It is one of the two main branches of calculus, the other being differential calculus. Integrálszámítás is concerned with the process of integration, which is essentially the inverse operation of differentiation.

The concept of the integral is broadly used to determine the area under a curve, the volume of solids, and other cumulative quantities. There are two primary types of integrals: the definite integral and the indefinite integral. The definite integral, denoted by ∫ from a to b of f(x) dx, represents the net area between the function f(x) and the x-axis over a specified interval [a, b]. The indefinite integral, denoted by ∫ f(x) dx, is a family of functions whose derivative is f(x), also known as the antiderivative.

The Fundamental Theorem of Calculus establishes a crucial link between differentiation and integration. It states that if F(x) is an antiderivative of f(x), then the definite integral of f(x) from a to b is equal to F(b) - F(a). This theorem significantly simplifies the calculation of definite integrals.

Integrálszámítás has widespread applications in various fields, including physics, engineering, economics, statistics, and computer science. It is used to model and solve problems involving rates of change, accumulation, and optimization. For instance, in physics, it is used to calculate displacement from velocity, work done by a variable force, and the center of mass of an object. In engineering, it aids in designing structures, analyzing circuits, and optimizing processes.