Length of Latus Rectum
For an ellipse:
$$L=\frac{2b^2}{a}$$
Terminology
- Latus rectum → Chord passing through a focus and perpendicular to the major axis.
Usage
- Used to determine the length of the focal chord perpendicular to the major axis.
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Length of Latus Rectum
Length of Latus Rectum
For an ellipse:
$$L=\frac{2b^2}{a}$$
Terminology
- Latus rectum → Chord passing through a focus and perpendicular to the major axis.
Usage
- Used to determine the length of the focal chord perpendicular to the major axis.
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