Standard Equation with Vertical Major Axis
$$\frac{x^2}{b^2}+\frac{y^2}{a^2}=1,\quad a>b>0$$
Terminology
- $$a$$ → Semi-major axis.
- $$b$$ → Semi-minor axis.
- Major axis → $$y$$-axis.
Usage
- Used when the major axis of the ellipse is along the $$y$$-axis.
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