Trigonometry Basics: Solving Triangles and Trigonometric Functions

✍ Scribed by Manta Singh

• Publisher: Arcler press
• Year: 2024
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 328
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

Trigonometry is a branch of mathematics that studies relationships between angles and sides of triangles. It involves sine, cosine, and tangent concepts, which calculate angles and sides in various scenarios. Trigonometry has applications in fields such as physics, engineering, and architecture, where understanding the relationships between angles and sides is important. It is a fundamental topic in mathematics and is often studied in high school and college. Overall, trigonometry is crucial in solving problems involving triangles and is used extensively in practical applications. This book "Trigonometry Basics: Solving Triangles and Trigonometric Functions" is divided in to 8 chapters each delving into specific aspects of this mathematical discipline, from foundational concepts to advanced applications

✦ Table of Contents

Cover
HalfTitle Page
Title Page
Copyright
About the Author
Table of Contents
List of Figures
List of Tables
List of Abbreviations
Preface
Chapter 1: Introduction to Trigonometry
1.1. Introduction
1.2. Angle
1.3. Quadrant
1.4. Measurement of Angle
1.5. Trigonometric Ratios
1.6. Trigonometric Functions
1.7. Formulas
1.8. Unit Circle
1.9. Summary
References
Chapter 2: The Tangent
2.1. Introduction
2.2. Definition of the Tangent Function (tan Θ)
2.3. The Role of Tangent in Right Triangles
2.4. Basic Properties of the Tangent Function
2.5. Graphical Representation of the Tangent Function
2.6. Solving Simple Tangent Equations
2.7. Periodicity and Behavior of Tangent
2.8. Amplitude and Range of the Tangent Function
2.9. Asymptotes and Points of Discontinuity
2.10. Transformations of the Tangent Function
2.11. Applications of the Tangent Function
2.12. Tangent Lines to Trigonometric Curves
2.13. Applications of Tangent Lines
2.14. Advanced Concepts in Tangent and Tangent Lines
2.15. Summary
References
Chapter 3: Sine and Cosine
3.1. Introduction
3.2. Sine and Cosine in A Triangle
3.3. Sine and Cosine Functions in A Circle
3.4. Using the Sine and Cosine
3.5. Trigonometric identities and Equations
3.6. Trigonometric Ratios of 45°, 30°& 60°
3.7. Slope & Gradient
3.8. Projections
3.9. Half and Double Angle Formulas
3.10. Calculus & Derivative of Sine and Cosine
3.11. Complex Numbers
3.12. Notation
3.13. Advanced Concepts and Current Research
3.14. Summary
References
Chapter 4: Identities and Formulas
4.1. Introduction
4.2. List of Trigonometric Identities
4.3. Sum and Difference of Angles of Trigonometric Identities
4.4. Trigonometric Identities Proofs
4.5. Triangle Identities (sine, Cosine, Tangent Rule)
4.6. Sum and Difference Formulas
4.7. Double Angle Formulas
4.8. Half-angled Formulas
4.9. Identities and Formulas Involving Inverse Functions
4.10. Trigonometric Identities and Complex Numbers
4.11. Applications of Trigonometric Identities and Formulas
4.12. Summary
References
Chapter 5: Triangles
5.1. Introduction
5.2. Types of Triangles
5.3. Right Angled Triangle
5.4. Medians
5.5. Euler Line
5.6. Law of Sines
5.7. The Law of Cosines
5.8. Trigonometric Ratios in Triangles
5.9. Triangulation
5.10. Applications of Triangles in Navigation
5.11. Summary
References
Chapter 6: 3D Trigonometry and Angles
6.1. Introduction
6.2. Spherical Coordinates
6.3. Pyramid Problems
6.4. Box Problems
6.5. Wedge Problems
6.6. Trigonometric Relationships in 3d
6.7. 3d Trigonometry in Astronomy and Navigation
6.8. Advanced 3d Trigonometry
6.9. Applications Involving Right Triangles
6.10. Angles of Any Magnitude
6.11. Summary
References
Chapter 7: Trigonometric Functions and Graphs
7.1. Introduction
7.2. Trigonometric Functions of An Angle
7.3. Angle Relationships and Similar Triangles
7.4. Trigonometric Functions
7.5. Graphs of Sine and Cosine Function
7.6. Graphs of the Secant & Cosecant Functions
7.7. Summary
References
Chapter 8: Trigonometry and Technology
8.1. Introduction
8.2. Trigonometry in Science and Technology
8.3. Computer Graphics and Animation
8.4. Engineering and Architecture
8.5. Navigation & Gps Technology
8.6. Trigonometry in Sound & Music Technology
8.7. Trigonometry in Electronics and Signal Processing (figure 8.6)
8.8. Emerging Technologies and Trigonometry
8.9. Challenges and Future Directions
8.10. Summary
References
Index
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