Astro*Dictionary
by Michael Erlewine
2 articles for
"Rectangular Coordinates"
A coordinate system for locating points in space using three axes, each perpendicular to the other two. The axes are commonly labeled x, y, and z.
See also: ♦ Coordinate System
Rectangular Coordinates [Munkasey M.]
A co-ordinate system which helps one to locate points in space through measurements along an X, Y, and Z axis
See also: ♦ Coordinate System
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