U+2212 "−" Minus Sign Unicode Character

U+2212 "−" Minus Sign is a dedicated typographic symbol distinct from the hyphen-minus found on standard keyboards, designed specifically for representing subtraction, negative numbers, and mathematical operations in formal writing and programming contexts. It appears as a longer, more centered horizontal line than the regular hyphen, ensuring clarity and preventing confusion in equations, data tables, and technical documentation. This character is widely used in mathematics, science, and finance to maintain consistent formatting across digital platforms, and its inclusion in Unicode allows for precise, unambiguous representation of mathematical expressions in plain text.