\myheading{Common (base 10) logarithms}

Also known as ``decimal logarithms''.
Denoted as \texttt{lg} on handheld calculators.

10 is a number inherently linked with human's culture, since almost all humans has 10 digits.
Decimal system is a result of it.
Nevertheless, 10 has no special meaning in mathematics and science in general.
So are common logarithms.

One notable use is a decibel logarithmic scale, which is based of common logarithm.