GAMMA Function
Calculates the gamma function of the input variable.
Usage
Input Parameters
x—The expression for which the gamma function will be evaluated. x must evaluate to < 34.5; otherwise, a floating-point over-flow will result.
Returned Value
result—The gamma function of x. The result is floating-point, regardless of the data type for x.
Keywords
None.
Discussion
The gamma function can be used in a variety of applications; one example is to solve nonlinear flow problems, such as the creep of metals.
GAMMA is defined as:
The gamma function has the following properties:
A special value of the gamma function occurs when x = 1/2:
