The unit circle is a fundamental concept in trigonometry, used to define and visualize trigonometric functions. This comprehensive guide explores its key aspects, including the definitions of sine, cosine, and tangent, their graphical representations, and associated angles.
Key points:
- The unit circle has a radius of 1 and is centered at the origin (0,0)
- Trigonometric functions are defined using coordinates on the unit circle
- Angles are measured in both degrees and radians
- Graphs of sine, cosine, and tangent functions are periodic
- Associated angles and their relationships are crucial for solving trigonometric problems