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Flash Cards: Trigonometric Functions

This chapter introduces trigonometric functions, explaining their definitions, properties, and applications. Understanding these concepts is essential for solving various mathematical problems and real-world applications.

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Trigonometric Functions - Flash Cards

These flash cards cover important concepts from Trigonometric Functions in Mathematics for Class 11 (Mathematics).

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Define trigonometry.

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Trigonometry is the study of the relationships between the angles and sides of triangles, primarily focused on right-angled triangles.

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What does 'trigonometry' mean?

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'Trigonometry' comes from Greek words 'trigon', meaning triangle, and 'metron', meaning measure.

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What are the trigonometric ratios?

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The trigonometric ratios are sine (sin), cosine (cos), and tangent (tan), defined as the ratios of sides of a right triangle.

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What defines an angle?

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An angle is defined by the rotation of a ray around a vertex, measured from the initial side to the terminal side.

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How are positive and negative angles determined?

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Positive angles are measured anticlockwise, while negative angles are measured clockwise from the initial side.

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What is a radian?

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A radian is a unit of angular measure defined as the angle subtended by an arc equal in length to the radius of the circle.

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How is an angle measured in degrees?

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An angle is measured in degrees by dividing one complete revolution (360 degrees) into 360 equal parts.

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What are the primary trigonometric functions?

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The main trigonometric functions are sine (sin), cosine (cos), tangent (tan) along with their reciprocals: cosecant (csc), secant (sec), and cotangent (cot).

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What is the formula for sine?

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For an angle θ in a right triangle, sin(θ) = opposite side / hypotenuse.

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What is the formula for cosine?

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For an angle θ in a right triangle, cos(θ) = adjacent side / hypotenuse.

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What is the formula for tangent?

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For an angle θ in a right triangle, tan(θ) = opposite side / adjacent side.

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What is the Pythagorean identity?

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The Pythagorean identity states that sin²(θ) + cos²(θ) = 1 for any angle θ.

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What is a frequent error in trigonometry?

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Confusing the ratios; for instance, treating cosine as sine or vice versa.

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What is one common trigonometric identity?

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The identity sin(θ) = cos(90° - θ) is fundamental for complementary angles.

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What role does the unit circle play in trigonometry?

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The unit circle, with a radius of 1, provides values for trigonometric functions at key angles (e.g., 0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 90°).

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Where is trigonometry applied?

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Trigonometry is used in navigation, physics, engineering, and many fields like architecture and astronomy.

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What do the graphs of trigonometric functions represent?

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The graphs show the values of sine, cosine, and tangent as functions of the angle, displaying periodic behavior.

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What is the range of sine and cosine?

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The range of sin(θ) and cos(θ) is [-1, 1].

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What are secant and cosecant?

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Secant (sec) is the reciprocal of cosine, and cosecant (csc) is the reciprocal of sine.