âVerticesâ are the points on the two arms which are closest; whereas the line segment which connects the arms is called the âmajor axis.â. In a parabola, the two arms of the curve, also called branches, become parallel to each other. In a hyperbola, the two arms or curves do not become parallel. A hyperbolaâs center is the midpoint of the major axis. Hyperbola is given by the equation XY=1. When the difference of distances between a set of points present in a plane to two fixed foci or points is a positive constant, it is called a hyperbola.
For other uses, see Henderson. Henderson is a common Scottish surname. The name is derived from patronymic form of the name Hendry, which is a Scottish form of Henry. Some Hendersons also derive their name from Henryson.The surname Henderson is borne by numerous unrelated families in Scotland.For example, the Hendersons of Fordell, in Fife, were the chief Lowland family of the name. This family descended from a family of Henrysons, from Dumfriesshire.ome Hendersons also derive their name from Henryson. The surname Henderson is borne by numerous unrelated families in Scotland. For example, the Hendersons of Fordell, in Fife, were the chief Lowland family of the name.
This is a surname of truly ancient origins. It originates in the Holy Land in so far as the etymology of the surname is concerned, being 'brought back' to England and Scotland as 'Lawrence' by the 12th century crusaders.In its earliest form as 'Law', it was a nickname of endearment, and as such had great popularity in the medieval period.The earliest origination of the name at all is pre-Christian, being derived from Laurentum, the town in Italy famous for its laurel trees.n its earliest form as 'Law', it was a nickname of endearment, and as such had great popularity in the medieval period. The earliest origination of the name at all is pre-Christian, being derived from Laurentum, the town in Italy famous for its laurel trees.