Yes, I can definitely help you create a triangular graph/ternary plot in Excel! Here are the steps:
- First, you will need to prepare your data. A ternary plot requires three variables that add up to a constant value (usually 100%). For example, let's say you want to plot the composition of a mixture of three chemicals A, B, and C. You would need to have the percentage of each chemical in the mixture, such that A + B + C = 100%.
- Once you have your data, you will need to create a scatter plot in Excel. Select your data and go to the Insert tab, then click on the Scatter chart type. Choose the first option, which is just a basic scatter plot.
- Now you should have a blank scatter plot. Right-click on the chart and select "Select Data". Click on "Add" to add a new series.
- In the "Edit Series" dialog box, enter a name for your series (e.g. "Ternary Plot"). For the "Series X values", select the range of values for your first variable (e.g. the percentage of chemical A in the mixture). For the "Series Y values", select the range of values for your second variable (e.g. the percentage of chemical B in the mixture). Leave the "Series Z values" blank for now.
- Click "OK" to close the dialog box. You should now see your new series added to the chart, but it will just look like a regular scatter plot.
- Right-click on the new series and select "Change Series Chart Type". Choose the "Surface" chart type, then select the "Wireframe" subtype. This will create a 3D surface chart that looks like a triangular plot.
- Now you need to add the third variable to the plot. Right-click on the chart and select "Select Data" again. Click on the "Ternary Plot" series and click "Edit".
- In the "Edit Series" dialog box, select the range of values for your third variable (e.g. the percentage of chemical C in the mixture) for the "Series Z values". Click "OK" to close the dialog box.
- Your ternary plot should now be complete! You can customize the chart as needed, such as adding axis labels and changing the colors of the plot.
I hope this helps you create the triangular graph/ternary plot you need in Excel! Let me know if you have any questions or need further assistance.