Diagram vs. Graph — What's the Difference?

A symbolic representation of information using visual techniques.

A tool for analyzing scientific data, often used in experiments.

A chart or plan that outlines the sequence of operations in a process or system.

A diagram representing the variation of a variable in comparison with one or more other variables.

A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something.

A mathematical representation of data on a coordinate plane.

A graphic designed to explain complex data simply.

A chart used in presentations to convey information effectively.

A visual representation used in teaching to illustrate a point or a concept.

A visual representation of statistical data to identify trends.

A diagram is a symbolic representation of information using visualization techniques. Diagrams have been used since ancient times on walls of caves, but became more prevalent during the Enlightenment.

A diagram that exhibits a relationship, often functional, between two sets of numbers as a set of points having coordinates determined by the relationship. Also called plot.

A simplified drawing showing the appearance, structure, or workings of something; a schematic representation

A pictorial device, such as a pie chart or bar graph, used to illustrate quantitative relationships. Also called chart.

Represent (something) in graphic form

The spelling of a word.

A plan, sketch, drawing, or outline designed to demonstrate or explain how something works or to clarify the relationship between the parts of a whole.

Any of the possible forms of a grapheme.

(Mathematics) A graphic representation of an algebraic or geometric relationship.

A written character that represents a vowel, consonant, syllable, word, or other expression and that cannot be further analyzed.

A chart or graph.

To represent by a graph.

To indicate or represent by or as if by a diagram.

To plot (a function) on a graph.

A plan, drawing, sketch or outline to show how something works, or show the relationships between the parts of a whole.

A data chart (graphical representation of data) intended to illustrate the relationship between a set (or sets) of numbers (quantities, measurements or indicative numbers) and a reference set, whose elements are indexed to those of the former set(s) and may or may not be numbers.

A graph or chart.

(mathematics) A set of points constituting a graphical representation of a real function; (formally) a set of tuples $(x\_1,\; x\_2,\; \backslash ldots,\; x\_m,\; y)\backslash in\backslash R^\{m+1\}$, where $y=f(x\_1,\; x\_2,\; \backslash ldots,\; x\_m)$ for a given function $f:\; \backslash R^m\backslash rightarrow\backslash R$. See also Graph of a function Category:en:Curves Category:en:Functions

(category theory) A functor from an index category to another category. The objects and morphisms of the index category need not have any internal substance, but rather merely outline the connective structure of at least some part of the diagram's codomain. If the index category is J and the codomain is C, then the diagram is said to be "of type J in C".

(graph theory) A set of vertices (or nodes) connected together by edges; (formally) an ordered pair of sets $(V,E)$, where the elements of $V$ are called vertices or nodes and $E$ is a set of pairs (called edges) of elements of $V$. See also Graph (discrete mathematics)

(transitive) To represent or indicate something using a diagram.

(topology) A topological space which represents some graph (ordered pair of sets) and which is constructed by representing the vertices as points and the edges as copies of the real interval [0,1] (where, for any given edge, 0 and 1 are identified with the points representing the two vertices) and equipping the result with a particular topology called the graph topology.

(UK) To schedule the operations of a locomotive or train according to a diagram.

A morphism $\backslash Gamma\_f$ from the domain of $f$ to the product of the domain and codomain of $f$, such that the first projection applied to $\backslash Gamma\_f$ equals the identity of the domain, and the second projection applied to $\backslash Gamma\_f$ is equal to $f$.

A figure or drawing made to illustrate a statement, or facilitate a demonstration; a plan.

A graphical unit on the token-level, the abstracted fundamental shape of a character or letter as distinct from its ductus (realization in a particular typeface or handwriting on the instance-level) and as distinct by a grapheme on the type-level by not fundamentally distinguishing meaning.

Any simple drawing made for mathematical or scientific purposes, or to assist a verbal explanation which refers to it; a mechanical drawing, as distinguished from an artistical one.

(transitive) To draw a graph.

To put into the form of a diagram.

To draw a graph of a function.

A drawing intended to explain how something works; a drawing showing the relation between the parts

A curve or surface, the locus of a point whose coördinates are the variables in the equation of the locus; as, a graph of the exponential function.

Make a schematic or technical drawing of that shows how things work or how they are constructed

A diagram symbolizing a system of interrelations of variable quantities using points represented by spots, or by lines to represent the relations of continuous variables. More than one set of interrelations may be presented on one graph, in which case the spots or lines are typically distinguishable from each other, as by color, shape, thickness, continuity, etc. A diagram in which relationships between variables are represented by other visual means is sometimes called a graph, as in a bar graph, but may also be called a chart.

A drawing illustrating the relations between certain quantities plotted with reference to a set of axes

Represent by means of a graph;

Plot upon a graph

A diagram explains or shows structure through symbols and design, while a graph displays quantitative data relationships.

Graphs aim to visually represent data to identify trends, patterns, and statistical relationships.

Yes, diagrams often include text to clarify symbols and directions.

Common types include bar graphs, line graphs, and pie charts.

Yes, a graph can be incorporated into a diagram as part of the information being presented.

Accurate scaling ensures the data is represented correctly, allowing for proper analysis and interpretation.

Diagrams are not always to scale; their focus is on explaining concepts rather than exact dimensions.

Diagrams often explain concepts or processes, while graphs are used to present and analyze experimental data.

Yes, diagrams can be conceptual, illustrating ideas without requiring empirical data.

Creating effective diagrams and graphs requires understanding of the subject matter, design principles, and data analysis.

Yes, there are many software tools and applications designed for creating both diagrams and graphs.

Diagrams simplify complex information, making it easier to understand and remember.

Yes, depending on the information and the intended audience, it can be presented as either to achieve different objectives.

Yes, most graphs have axes to plot data points against, providing a framework for analysis.

They visually convey information, making complex data understandable and engaging for the audience.