Zero Matrix

Pronunciation: /ˈzɪər.oʊ ˈmeɪ.trɪks/ Explain

Figure 1: 2x3 zero matrix and a 4x1 zero matrix.

A zero matrix is a matrix containing all zeros. A zero matrix with can be denoted 0m,n where m, n are the dimensions of the matrix. A zero matrix is also the additive identity for matrices having the same dimensions.

References

1. McAdams, David E.. All Math Words Dictionary, zero matrix. 2nd Classroom edition 20150108-4799968. pg 192. Life is a Story Problem LLC. January 8, 2015. Buy the book

More Information

• McAdams, David E.. Matrix. allmathwords.org. All Math Words Encyclopedia. Life is a Story Problem LLC. 9/28/2009. https://www.allmathwords.org/en/m/matrix.html.

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McAdams, David E. Zero Matrix. 5/13/2019. All Math Words Encyclopedia. Life is a Story Problem LLC. https://www.allmathwords.org/en/z/zeromatrix.html.

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5/13/2019: Changed equations and expressions to new format. (McAdams, David E.)
12/21/2018: Reviewed and corrected IPA pronunication. (McAdams, David E.)
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9/28/2009: Added zero matrix notation. (McAdams, David E.)
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