Circle
Chapter Name : Conic Section |
Sub Topic Code : 104_11_11_03_01 |
Topic Name : Circle |
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Sub Topic Name : Circle |
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Introduction
Introduction to circles as a conic section
Pre-Requisites:
Idea of circle and planes
Activity:
Circle is one of the curve obtained from the section of a cone.
Real Life Question:
What is a Circle?
Key Words / FlashCards
| Key Words | Definitions (pref. in our own words) |
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| Definition of Circle | The set of all the points in a plane, which are at a fixed distance from a fixed point in the plane, is called a circle. |
Learning aids / Gadgets
| Gadgets | How it can be used |
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| Take a cone | Cut the cone with a plane parallel to the base of the cone, the section obtained is circle. |
Real life uses :
Solving the geometrical problems related to circular figures.
Practical examples around us
| Examples | Explainations |
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| Wheels of a car | The wheels of a car are circular in shape. |
What you learn in Theory:
Equation of the circle.
What you learn in Practice:
Use of the equation of circle to find different aspects of circle.