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SS2 Further Mathematics

Conic section: the circle

Overview

Define a circle Explain why circles can be regarded as a conic section Find equations of a circle given radius and center Find the equation of a tangent to the circle Find length of tangent to circle from extended point

What you'll learn
  • Definition of circle
  • Equation of circle given center and radius
  • General equation of a circle
  • Finding center and radius of a given circle
  • Finding the equation of a circle given the endpoint of the diameter
  • Equation of circle passing through 3 points equation of a tangent to a circle
  • Length of tangent to a circle