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In mathematics, the term "distortion" can refer to various concepts depending on the context, but it generally relates to how much a mathematical object does not preserve certain properties when it is transformed or mapped in some way. Here are a few contexts in which distortion is relevant: 1. **Geometry**: In geometry, distortion can refer to the way lengths, angles, and areas are altered under various mappings or transformations.

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