What is the formula for an ellipse with a major vertical axis

The video tutorial explains the relationship between circles and ellipses, focusing on their equations. It begins by discussing how an ellipse differs from a circle due to its major and minor axes. The standard form of a circle's equation is introduced, followed by the derivation of the vertical ellipse equation. The tutorial concludes by comparing the equations of circles and ellipses, highlighting the differences in their variables and axes.

Explain how to determine the major and minor axes of an ellipse.

What happens to the equation of an ellipse if the major and minor axes are equal?