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| y-axis | is the left vertical side of the graph. |
| x-axis | is the bottom horizontal side of the graph. |
| Data markers | used in a graph to indicate data values. |
| Data series | is a collection of related values. |
| gridline | is a horizontal or vertical line that extends across the plot area of the graph for the purpose of adding clarification to the data. |
| plot area | is the background portion of a graph. |
| tick mark | is used in a graph to clarify data categories or values. |
| legend | an object that explains the symbols, colors, or patterns used to differentiate the data. |
| data label | is a single value or text explanation used to explain the data in a series. |
| chart title | is the main heading, which describes the purpose and content. |
| x-axis title | describes the horizontal data. |
| y-axis title | describes the vertical data. |
| embedded chart | one that appears on the same sheet as the spreadsheet it represents; otherwise, it is referred to as a separate chart. |
| linked | chart is one that will reflect changes made to the spreadsheet it represents |
| column chart | used to make comparisons and generalizations about groups of data. |
| stacked bar chart | used to represent the sum of more than one value and compare the contribution of individuals to the whole. |
| line chart | used to show trends or changes in data over time. |
| XY scatter chart | used to show the correlation of two or more data sets. |
| pie chart | used to represent the contribution of each component of one series of data to the whole. |
| exploded pie chart | a pie chart in which the individual components are enhanced. |