Polar Curves

Definition

Polar curves are mathematical representations of curves in the polar coordinate system, where each point is defined by its distance from the origin (r) and its angle from the positive x-axis (θ).

Related terms

Polar Coordinates:

A system that uses pairs of numbers to represent points in a plane, where one number specifies the distance from the origin and another number specifies an angle.

Polar Equation:

An equation that relates distances from the origin and angles to define a curve or shape in polar coordinates.

Polar Graph: A visual representation of a polar equation, showing how points on a curve relate to their corresponding distances and angles.