Conic Section

Definition of Conic Section

• Conic section deals with a group of curves obtained when a plane intersects a double cone.

More about Conic Section

• Double cone: A double cone is made up of two right circular cones placed vertex to vertex.

• Conic section includes circles, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas.

Solved Example on Conic Section

If a right circular cone is cut with a plane perpendicular to the axis of the cone, then the resultant cross section is:
Choices:

A. a hyperbola

B. a circle

C. an ellipse

D. a parabola

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Step 1:The plane is perpendicular to the axis or parallel to the base. So, the resultant cross section will be a circle.

Related Terms for Conic Section

• Double Cone
• Right Circular Cone
• Plane
• Intersect
• Ellipse
• Circle
• Parabola
• Hyperbola

 

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