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Coordinate Geometry — Concept Maps

Punjab Board · Class 9 · Mathematics

3 concept maps of Coordinate Geometry for Punjab Board Class 9 Mathematics, each also written out as a text outline.

45 questions25 flashcards2 formulas & key relations5 concepts

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3 Concept Maps

Coordinate Geometry – Complete Chapter Mind Map

Coordinate Geometry – Complete Chapter Mind Map

The map in words

  • Coordinate Geometry
    • Cartesian System
      • x-axis
        • Horizontal line
        • Positive direction is right
        • Negative direction is left
      • y-axis
        • Vertical line
        • Positive direction is up
        • Negative direction is down
      • Origin O
        • Intersection of axes
        • Coordinates 0 comma 0
    • Coordinates of a Point
      • Written as x comma y
      • Abscissa
        • x-coordinate
        • Distance from y-axis
      • Ordinate
        • y-coordinate
        • Distance from x-axis
      • Order Matters
        • 3 comma 4 is not equal to 4 comma 3
    • Quadrants
      • Quadrant I
        • Both positive
        • Plus Plus
      • Quadrant II
        • x negative y positive
        • Minus Plus
      • Quadrant III
        • Both negative
        • Minus Minus
      • Quadrant IV
        • x positive y negative
        • Plus Minus
      • Anticlockwise from OX
    • Special Points
      • On x-axis
        • y equals 0
        • Form x comma 0
      • On y-axis
        • x equals 0
        • Form 0 comma y
      • Origin
        • x equals 0 and y equals 0
    • History
      • Rene Descartes
      • French mathematician
      • Also called Cartesian System

This flowchart shows why one piece of information is insufficient to locate a point, but two pieces of information uniquely determine its location.

This flowchart shows why one piece of information is insufficient to locate a point, but two pieces of information uniquely determine its location.

The map in words

  • One Piece of Information
    • Unique Location?
      • No: Many Possible Positions
        • Need More Information
          • Two Pieces of Information
            • Unique Location?
              • Yes: Exactly One Position

Mind map showing the components and structure of the Cartesian coordinate system.

Mind map showing the components and structure of the Cartesian coordinate system.

The map in words

  • Cartesian System
    • X-axis
      • Horizontal Line
      • Positive Right
      • Negative Left
    • Y-axis
      • Vertical Line
      • Positive Up
      • Negative Down
    • Origin O
      • Where axes meet
      • Coordinates 0,0
    • Quadrants
      • Division of plane
      • Four regions

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the important topics in Coordinate Geometry for Punjab Board Class 9 Mathematics?
Key topics in Coordinate Geometry include The Cartesian Plane – Building the Framework, Coordinates of a Point – Abscissa and Ordinate, Signs of Coordinates in Different Quadrants, Plotting Points on the Cartesian Plane – Step-by-Step. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
What do the concept maps for Coordinate Geometry show?
The 3 maps show how the ideas in Coordinate Geometry connect: Coordinate Geometry – Complete Chapter Mind Map; This flowchart shows why one piece of information is insufficient to locate a point, but two pieces of information uniquely determine its location.. Each map is also written out as an outline on this page.
How should I revise Coordinate Geometry for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Coordinate Geometry. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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