Circular curve

Circular curve

(1) A curve of constant radius. An arc of a circle. (2) A plane curve having the equation (x ²+ y ²)f(x) + g(x,y) = 0, where g(x,y) does not contain (x ²+ y ²) as a factor.

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circular curve

Earth science; Mapping science

(1) A curve of constant radius. An arc of a circle. (2) A plane curve having the equation (x ²+ y ²)f(x) + g(x,y) = 0, where g(x,y) does not contain (x ²+ y ²) as a ...

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Earth science; Mapping science

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Earth science; Mapping science

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Earth science; Mapping science

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