M3 - Polar Coordinates (Cartesian) Flashcards
1
Q
What does Cartesian Coordinates?
A
They represent the offset relative to the origin. X-Axis, Y-Axis
2
Q
What are polar coordinates?
A
(Angle, Radius) angle relative to some direction * radius.
3
Q
How do you convert x,y to polar coordinates.
A
xPosition = cos(theta)radius
yPosition = sin(theta) radius
4
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