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ERIC Number: EJ106436
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1974
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Three-Dimensional Orthogonal Co-ordinates
Astin, J.
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, 5, 2, 271-278, Apr-Jun 74
A systematic approach to general orthogonal co-ordinates, suitable for use near the end of a beginning vector analysis course, is presented. It introduces students to tensor quantities and shows how equations and quantities needed in classical problems can be determined. (Author/LS)
Descriptors: Calculus, College Mathematics, Geometric Concepts, Instruction, Mathematical Applications, Mathematics Education, Mechanics (Physics)
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