Standard Equation with Vertical Transverse Axis

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Standard Equation with Vertical Transverse Axis

$$\frac{y^2}{a^2}-\frac{x^2}{b^2}=1$$

Terminology

- $$a$$ → Semi-transverse axis.

- $$b$$ → Semi-conjugate axis.

- Transverse axis → $$y$$-axis.

Usage

- Used when the hyperbola opens upward and downward.

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