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What is the definition of a Line in polar coordinates?
What is the definition of a Line in polar coordinates?
What is the polar equation of a Circle?
What is the polar equation of a Circle?
r = a (radius a, centered at origin/pole)
What is the polar equation of a Lemniscate?
What is the polar equation of a Lemniscate?
r² = a²sin(2θ) or r² = a²cos(2θ)
What is the equation of the Spiral of Archimedes?
What is the equation of the Spiral of Archimedes?
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What condition defines an Inner Loop Limaçon?
What condition defines an Inner Loop Limaçon?
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How is a Cardioid Limaçon defined?
How is a Cardioid Limaçon defined?
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What defines a Dimpled Limaçon?
What defines a Dimpled Limaçon?
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What defines a Convex Limaçon?
What defines a Convex Limaçon?
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What is the polar equation for a Rose curve with n odd?
What is the polar equation for a Rose curve with n odd?
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What does the polar coordinate 'x' represent?
What does the polar coordinate 'x' represent?
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What does the polar coordinate 'y' represent?
What does the polar coordinate 'y' represent?
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What is the equation for r² in polar coordinates?
What is the equation for r² in polar coordinates?
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What is the relationship between y and x in polar coordinates?
What is the relationship between y and x in polar coordinates?
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Study Notes
Polar Graph Basics
- Polar coordinates use the angle (θ) and the radial distance (r) to define points in a plane.
- Key relationships include r = secθ and r = cscθ associated with lines.
Circle Characteristics
- Circle defined by r = a, where 'a' is the radius centered at the origin.
- Symmetry principles:
- r = a cosθ shows symmetry about the x-axis (θ = 0°).
- r = a sinθ shows symmetry about the y-axis (θ = 90°).
Lemniscate Properties
- Defined by equations r² = a²sin(2θ) and r² = a²cos(2θ).
- Exhibits symmetry with respect to the origin, with petal length equal to 'a'.
Spiral of Archimedes
- Represented by the equation r = θ.
- This graph operates in radian mode and exhibits a continuous outward spiral.
Limaçon Variants
- Inner Loop Limaçon: occurs when |a| < |b|, leading to a shape with an inner loop.
- Cardioid Limaçon: characterized by |a| = |b|, forming a heart shape.
- Dimpled Limaçon: presents when |a| > |b|, with softer curves resembling dimples.
- Convex Limaçon: exists when |a| > |2b|, providing a convex outline without loops.
Rose Curves
- Defined by r = a cos(nθ) and r = a sin(nθ).
- Symmetry types depend on 'n':
- Even n results in 2n petals; odd n gives n petals.
- Symmetrical about the x-axis, y-axis, and the origin.
Converting Polar to Cartesian Coordinates
- The conversion to Cartesian coordinates includes:
- x = r cos(θ)
- y = r sin(θ)
- The relation between polar radius and Cartesian coordinates: r² = x² + y².
- The angle tangent relationship in polar: tan(θ) = y/x.
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Explore the key concepts and definitions related to polar graphs through this interactive flashcard quiz. Learn about different types of graphs such as lines, circles, lemniscates, and spirals, including their equations and properties. Perfect for reinforcing your understanding of polar coordinates.
