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What are the real-life applications of trigonometric functions in Class 11?


Ravindra Pindel 10th Feb, 2021
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Ravindra Pindel 10th Feb, 2021

Architecture and Building Construction – Used to compute heights, angles, and distances when designing buildings, monuments, and bridges.
Navigation and GPS – Supports determination of positions, distance measurement, and direction-finding on maps and GPS.
Astronomy – Used to find the distance of stars, planets, and where the Earth is in the universe.
Physics and engineering – Critical in the case of topics such as mechanics, wave motion, and electrical engineering, to teach one about vibration and forces.
Aviation and Marine Science Helps in calculating flight paths, shipping paths, and altitudes.
Sound and Music – Applied in the study of sound waves, frequency, and resonance of musical instruments.
Medical Imaging – Applied in CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound to generate high-resolution images of the human body.

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