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    Y-axis: It is the vertical axis of the chart. The value of each data series is plotted on this axis. It is
                        also known as the value axis.
                         Data Series: It is related to the set of values. It is represented by the bars or slices that have data
                        values.

                         Legend: It is a key that displays the symbols or colours used in the chart.
                         Chart Area: It includes all objects and elements of a chart.
                         Gridlines: These can be either horizontal or vertical lines depending on the selected chart type. It
                        makes it easier to read and understand the values.

                         Plot Area: It is a rectangular area that contains the two axes. It carries the actual chart and
                        includes the plotted data, data series, category and value axis.

                           Tick ( ) if you know this.
                              Charts are used to represent data in a graphic form.

                               Y-axis is the vertical axis in a chart.

                                 TYPES OF CHARTS

                      Excel provides numerous types of charts to present data in diverse ways. Let us discuss a few
                      commonly used charts.

                      COLUMN CHART
                      A column chart is used to display data in the form
                      of vertical bars within a specified time period. These
                      vertical bars are used to show the comparison

                      between categories which are represented by
                      columns. The categories are typically organised
                      along the horizontal axis and values along the
                      vertical axis.

                                                                        BAR CHART
                                                                        A  bar chart is used to display the data in the
                                                                        form of long rectangular rods, also called bars.
                                                                        The categories are represented on the vertical
                                                                        axis and values are represented on the horizontal

                                                                        axis. It is used to compare individual items and
                                                                        also highlights a comparison of values.

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