Conics in physics

In physics, conics refer to the curved paths formed by objects under specific forces, like gravity. There are four main types: circles, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas. For example, planets orbit the Sun in elliptical paths, while objects thrown near Earth's surface follow parabolic trajectories. These shapes emerge from the interplay of initial motion and gravitational forces, governed by the laws of motion and gravitation. Understanding conics helps describe and predict the motion of celestial bodies, projectiles, and other systems where forces produce specific, predictable curved paths.