The x and y axis are the main horizontal and vertical lines (respectively) that are used to create graphs and co-ordinates grids.

The x axis is horizontal (left to right) and the y axis is vertical (top to bottom).

 

CURRICULUM LINK:

I can use my knowledge
of the coordinate system
to plot and describe the
location of a point on a grid.
MTH 2-18a

 

You may wish to find out more about:

Co-ordinates, graphs,