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An operational amplifier, commonly referred to as an op-amp, is a type of electronic amplifier with several outputs. It is designed to accept an input signal and produce an output signal that is a scaled, inverted, or both, version of the input signal. Op-amps are widely used in analog circuits for signal conditioning, filtering, and other signal processing tasks.

The basic structure of an op-amp consists of a differential input stage, a gain stage, and an output stage. The differential input stage compares two input voltages and produces an output voltage proportional to the difference between them. The gain stage amplifies this difference, and the output stage provides the final amplified signal.

Op-amps are characterized by several key parameters, including open-loop gain, input offset voltage, input bias current, and slew rate. These parameters determine the performance and suitability of an op-amp for a specific application. Op-amps are available in various configurations, such as single-supply, rail-to-rail, and low-power versions, to cater to different circuit requirements.

In practical applications, op-amps are often used in conjunction with other components, such as resistors and capacitors, to form specific circuit configurations known as op-amp circuits. These circuits can perform functions such as amplification, integration, differentiation, and filtering. Op-amps are essential building blocks in analog electronics and are used in a wide range of applications, including audio amplifiers, signal conditioning circuits, and control systems.