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What is Monomial?

Monomial is a type of polynomial that consists of only one non-zero term. This single term can be a constant number, a variable, or a product of numbers and variables, where the variables have non-negative integer exponents. Monomials are the simplest forms of polynomials and are fundamental in algebraic expressions and equations.

This article explores the concept of Monomial in detail and makes it easy to grasp for all the readers of the article without regard to their academic level. All subtopics, such as their monomial meaning, polynomial, monomial definition, monomial expression, example, and many many more, are covered in the article with plenty of examples.

So, let’s start our journey to the land of monomials and understand this concept of Monomial.

Monomial

What is Monomial?

A monomial is a single-term polynomial, which is an algebraic expression consisting of one term. This term can be a number (a constant), a variable (like x), or a product of numbers and variables with non-negative integer exponents.

In general, a monomial can be written in the form [Tex]a \cdot x_1^{k_1} \cdot x_2^{k_2} \cdots x_n^{k_n}[/Tex]​​, where:

  • a is a constant (also called the coefficient),
  • x1,x2, . . .,xn​ are variables,
  • k1, k2, . . . ,kn​ are non-negative integers (the exponents).

Monomial Definition

A monomial is defined as an expression with a single non-zero term, having variables, coefficients, and exponents.

For instance, 2xy is a monomial with two variables (x and y) and one coefficient.

Parts of Monomials

The various parts of the monomial are covered in the below table with examples.

Parts of Monomials

Definition

Values in expression 7xy2

Variables

The letters present in a monomial.Variable: x and y

Coefficient

The number that is multiplied by the variables.Coefficient : 7

Degree

The sum of the exponents of the variables in a monomial.Degree: (x degree) 1+ (y degree) 2 = 3

Example of Monomial

“Mono” refers to one. When polynomials are classified on the basis of the number of terms, the polynomials with only a single term are called monomials. Some of the examples of monomials are:

Constant Monomials

  • 5
  • -3.14
  • 1000

Monomials with a Single Variable

  • 2x
  • -0.5y
  • 4x2
  • 0.25y3

Monomials with Multiple Variable

  • 6xy
  • -2.5yz2
  • 3x2y3

Degree of Monomial

The sum of the exponents of the variables in a monomial gives us the degree of monomial.

This can be well understood by the following example.

The exponents of all the variables are added to determine a monomial’s degree. It is always an integer that is not zero. For instance, the monomial xyz3 has a degree of 5.

  • Variable ‘x’ has an exponent of 1,
  • Variable ‘y’ has an exponent of 1, and
  • Variable ‘z’ has an exponent of 3.

The result of adding all these exponents is 1 + 1 + 3 = 5.

Example 1: Find the degree of monomial -3x3y3.

Solution:

Here the exponent of x is 3

Exponent of y is 3

So degree = 3 + 3 =6

Example 2: Find the degree of the monomial 9xy3

Solution:

Degree of a monomial is given by the sum of exponents of the variables in a monomial.

Exponent of x = 1, Exponent of y =3

Degree = 1 + 3 = 4

Identifying a Monomial

Lets apply the properties of a monomial in order to identify a monomial in the below examples:

Expression

Is it a Monomial?

If No, Why Not?

4xy2

Yes

 

5x+y

No

Has two terms separated by addition operation

4x/y

No

Denominator contain a variable

6x

No

Variable is present in an exponent form

Let’s consider an example for better understanding.

Example: Identify if the following are monomial or not?

  • x + 2y
  • 7x2y

Solution:

For x + 2y,

Contains two terms that is x and 2y so it is not a monomial.

For 7x2y,

Contains a single term so it is a monomial.

Monomial, Binomial and Trinomial

A monomial expression is one which has only one term. For example, 3xy is a monomial. A binary expression is one which has two terms. For example, 3x+4y, 4xy+6z is a binomial. Similar to this, a trinomial is an expression with three terms. For instance, a trinomial is 4x2 + 2y + 6z or 5x+7xy+9z .

Lets look into the table below for more clarification between the three terms:

TypeDefinitionExample
MonomialAn algebraic expression consisting of a single term, which can be a constant, a variable, or a product of numbers and variables with non-negative integer exponents.5, x, 3x2, −7y3z
BinomialAn algebraic expression consisting of exactly two terms, which are separated by a plus (+) or minus (-) sign.x + 5, 3x2 − 4x, y3 + 7z
TrinomialAn algebraic expression consisting of exactly three terms, which are separated by plus (+) or minus (-) signs.x2 + 5x + 6, 3x2 − 4x + 7, y3 + y − 5

Examples of Monomial, Binomial and Trinomial

Monomial has one term, binomial has two terms and Trinomial has three terms.

  • Example of monomial are 2xz, 3x, -14x2y3
  • Example of binomial are 3x+4y, 14xy+12z, 14x+6xyz
  • Example of trinomial are 2xyz+3xy+z, x2+y4+xy

Monomial and Polynomial

A polynomial is an algebraic expression that shows the sum of monomials. A monomial is an expression in which variables and constants may stand alone or be multiplied.

  • Example of Polynomial are 3xy, 4xy2+3xy, 12xz-16xz-24xyz.

Note: Monomial is a type of polynomial. All monomial are polynomial but all polynomial aren’t monomial.

Factors of Monomials

We usually factor coefficient and variables independently while factoring monomial. A monomial can be factored just as easily as a whole number.

Example: Factorize the monomial, 20y4.

In the given monomial, 20 is the coefficient and y4 is the variable.

The prime factors of the coefficient, 20; are 2, 2 and 5.

The variable y4 can be factored in as y × y × y × y.

Therefore, the complete factorization of the monomial is 20y4 = 2 × 2 × 5 × y × y × y × y.

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Read More about Factoring Polynomial.

Operation on Monomials

Operations on monomials involve:

  • Addition
  • Subtraction
  • Multiplication
  • Division

Let’s discuss these operations in detail as follows:

Addition of Monomials

To add two or more monomials that are like terms, add the coefficients; keep the variables and exponents on the variables the same.

Example: Add 10xy2 and -9xy2.

Solution:

In both monomials 10xy2 and -9xy2; xy2 is common.

Thus, 10xy2 + (-9xy2) = (10+(-9))xy2 = xy2

Subtraction of Monomials

To subtract two or more monomials that are like terms, subtract the coefficients; keep the variables and exponents on the variables the same.

Example: Subtract 10xy2 and -9xy2

Solution:

Subtract the coefficient only

(10-(-9))xy2 = 19xy2

Monomial Multiplication

To multiply a monomial by a monomial we get a monomial. The coefficients of the monomials are multiplied together and then the variables are multiplied.

Example: Find the product of two monomials 2x and 2y.

Solution:

Product of two monomial = 2x*2y = 4 xy

Monomial Division

To divide a monomial by a monomial, divide the coefficients and divide the variables with like bases by subtracting their exponents. To divide a polynomial by a monomial, divide each term of the polynomial by the monomial.

Example: Divide 4xy by 2x.

Solution:

Division of 4xy by 2x

= 4xy/2x = 2y

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Solved Problems on Monomials

Problem 1: Choose the monomials from the following expressions:

(a) x3 (b) 4 – x

Solution:

(a) x3 is a monomial as it has a single term.

(b) 4 -x isn’t a monomial as it has two term.

Problem 2: Factorize the monomial expression: 8xy.

Solution:

In 8xy, the prime factors of coefficient 8 are 2 and 4. The variable part ‘xy’ can be split as x × y.

Therefore, the complete factorization of the monomial is 8xy = 2 × 4 × x × y.

Problem 3: Is 10y/x a monomial expression? Justify your answer.

Solution:

The expression has a single non-zero term, but the denominator of the expression is a variable. Therefore, the expression 10y/x is not a monomial.
 

Problem 4: Find the degree of monomial 48 xy3.

Solution:

Degree of monomial = sum of exponents of all variable

Thus, Degree of monomial = 1 + 3 = 4

Practice Problems on Monomials

Problem 1: Multiply the monomials: 4x3 and 2x2.

Problem 2: Simplify the expression: 3a4b2 · 5a2b3.

Problem 3: Divide the monomials: 8x5/4x2.

Problem 4: Add the monomials: 2x3 + 3x3.

Problem 5: Subtract the monomials: 7y4 – 2y4.

Problem 6: Find the product of the monomials: -2x4 · -3x2.

FAQs on Monomials

Define Monomial in Math.

Monomial expressions include only one non-zero term. Numbers, variables, or multiples of numbers and variables are all examples of monomials.

Is x3 a Monomial?

Yes, x3 is a monomial as x3 is a single non-zero term and its exponent is a whole number.

Is ABC a Monomial?

Yes, the term ABC is a monomial. Even with three variables, it is a single term.

What is a Constant Monomial?

An expression with just one constant number is called a constant monomial. A constant monomial does not contain any variables. Constant monomials include the terms 5, 11/8, -7.

What is the Degree of a Monomial?

The degree of a monomial is the sum of the exponents of all its variables.

How to Identify a Monomial?

The following characteristics make it simple to identify a monomial:

  • A monomial expression must contain just one term that is not zero.
  • The exponents of the variables must be whole numbers.
  • The denominator shouldn’t contain any variables.

What are some examples of monomial?

Some examples of monomials are 4x, 2xy, 7x2y4, -49x3y6z8, etc.




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