Polar coordinate system

Definition

A polar coordinate system is another way to represent points in two dimensions. Instead of using x and y coordinates, it uses an angle (θ) and distance (r) from the origin.

Related terms

Polar Equation: An equation written in terms of r and θ that describes curves or shapes on a polar coordinate plane.

Polar Graphs: These are graphs plotted on polar coordinates instead of rectangular coordinates.

Conversion Formulas: These formulas allow you to convert between polar and rectangular coordinates.