An idea for a new ice cream treat leads Pete and Noah to discuss the different conic sections that can be created by intersecting a cone with a plane at various angles. Grab a flashlight and get ready to shine a (cone-shaped) light on these interesting geometric creations with us.
Questions Answered in the Episode:
• What are conic sections and how are they formed?
• What is the difference between a parabola and a catenary curve?
