Introduction to Cartesian Coordinate System and Basic Concepts of Coordinate Geometry

Introduction to Cartesian Coordinate System and Basic Concepts of Coordinate Geometry

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Geography, Science, Physics

10th Grade - University

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This video tutorial introduces the basics of coordinate geometry, explaining the x-axis, y-axis, origin, and quadrants. It covers how coordinates help locate points on a plane, defining x and y coordinates as abscissa and ordinate, respectively. The Cartesian coordinate system, named after René Descartes, is introduced. The video concludes with a preview of upcoming topics: distance formula, section formula, and area of a triangle.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the difference between x-coordinate and y-coordinate?

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Describe the Cartesian coordinate system and its historical significance.

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