Trigonometry (from Greek trigōnon, triangle and metron, measure) - TopicsExpress



          

Trigonometry (from Greek trigōnon, triangle and metron, measure) is a branch of mathematics that studies relationships involving lengths and angles of triangles. The field emerged during the 3rd century BC from applications of geometry to astronomical studies. - In a triangle, there are six basic elements: 3 sides and 3 angles. - Trigonometry is good at find a missing side or angle in a triangle. The special functions Sine, Cosine and Tangent....help us!- Uses :- - Trigonometry is commonly used in finding the height of towers and mountains. - Oceanography in calculating the height of tides in oceans. - Navigation to find the distance of the shore from a point in the sea.
Posted on: Sun, 04 Jan 2015 14:38:00 +0000

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