Definition:Analytic Geometry

Definition
Analytic geometry is the study of geometry by algebraic manipulation of systems of ordered pairs of variables representing points in Cartesian space.

Traditionally, the subject is divided into two main branches:

Also known as
Analytic geometry is also sometimes referred to as:
 * Coordinate geometry
 * Cartesian geometry
 * Algebraic geometry
 * Analytical geometry

Also see

 * Definition:Metrical Geometry
 * Definition:Projective Geometry