Conic Sections: Hyperbola - Lesson 10.4
Today we will explore the hyperbola! Drag the sliders to observe what changes are made visually to the hyperbola. Click the check the boxes to change the orientation of the hyperbola.
Use this applet to explore both vertical and horizontal hyperbolas and to the characteristics of a hyperbola
What changes visually on the hyperbola when you change h? Does orientation (horizontal or vertical) impact this?
What changes visually on the hyperbola when you change k? Does orientation (horizontal or vertical) impact this?
What changes visually on the hyperbola when you change b? Does orientation (horizontal or vertical) impact this?
What changes visually on the hyperbola when you change a? Does orientation (horizontal or vertical) impact this?