Mathematics In Nature
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Author |
: John Adam |
Publisher |
: Princeton University Press |
Total Pages |
: 408 |
Release |
: 2011-10-02 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781400841011 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1400841011 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (11 Downloads) |
Synopsis Mathematics in Nature by : John Adam
From rainbows, river meanders, and shadows to spider webs, honeycombs, and the markings on animal coats, the visible world is full of patterns that can be described mathematically. Examining such readily observable phenomena, this book introduces readers to the beauty of nature as revealed by mathematics and the beauty of mathematics as revealed in nature. Generously illustrated, written in an informal style, and replete with examples from everyday life, Mathematics in Nature is an excellent and undaunting introduction to the ideas and methods of mathematical modeling. It illustrates how mathematics can be used to formulate and solve puzzles observed in nature and to interpret the solutions. In the process, it teaches such topics as the art of estimation and the effects of scale, particularly what happens as things get bigger. Readers will develop an understanding of the symbiosis that exists between basic scientific principles and their mathematical expressions as well as a deeper appreciation for such natural phenomena as cloud formations, halos and glories, tree heights and leaf patterns, butterfly and moth wings, and even puddles and mud cracks. Developed out of a university course, this book makes an ideal supplemental text for courses in applied mathematics and mathematical modeling. It will also appeal to mathematics educators and enthusiasts at all levels, and is designed so that it can be dipped into at leisure.
Author |
: Jennifer Rozines Roy |
Publisher |
: Marshall Cavendish |
Total Pages |
: 36 |
Release |
: 2006 |
ISBN-10 |
: 0761419993 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9780761419990 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (93 Downloads) |
Synopsis Patterns in Nature by : Jennifer Rozines Roy
Reinforces both pattern identification and reading skills, stimulates critical thinking, and provides students with an understanding of math in the real world.
Author |
: Nancy Dickmann |
Publisher |
: Hungry Tomato (R) |
Total Pages |
: 36 |
Release |
: 2018-08 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781541500990 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1541500997 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (90 Downloads) |
Synopsis Math in Nature by : Nancy Dickmann
"Learn about number patterns that exist in a sunflower, the reason behind the hexagonal shape of a honeycomb, and all about the Fibonacci sequence. High impact photographs will draw in young readers as they learn about mathematical concepts that exist outside their front door."--]cProvided by publisher.
Author |
: Philip E. B. Jourdain |
Publisher |
: Courier Corporation |
Total Pages |
: 82 |
Release |
: 2013-01-09 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780486154961 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0486154963 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (61 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Nature of Mathematics by : Philip E. B. Jourdain
Anyone interested in mathematics will appreciate this survey, which explores the distinction between the body of knowledge known as mathematics and the methods used in its discovery. 1913 edition.
Author |
: Bourama Toni |
Publisher |
: Springer |
Total Pages |
: 0 |
Release |
: 2023-02-25 |
ISBN-10 |
: 3030922944 |
ISBN-13 |
: 9783030922948 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (44 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Mathematics of Patterns, Symmetries, and Beauties in Nature by : Bourama Toni
This unique book gathers various scientific and mathematical approaches to and descriptions of the natural and physical world stemming from a broad range of mathematical areas – from model systems, differential equations, statistics, and probability – all of which scientifically and mathematically reveal the inherent beauty of natural and physical phenomena. Topics include Archimedean and Non-Archimedean approaches to mathematical modeling; thermography model with application to tungiasis inflammation of the skin; modeling of a tick-Killing Robot; various aspects of the mathematics for Covid-19, from simulation of social distancing scenarios to the evolution dynamics of the coronavirus in some given tropical country to the spatiotemporal modeling of the progression of the pandemic. Given its scope and approach, the book will benefit researchers and students of mathematics, the sciences and engineering, and everyone else with an appreciation for the beauty of nature. The outcome is a mathematical enrichment of nature’s beauty in its various manifestations. This volume honors Dr. John Adam, a Professor at Old Dominion University, USA, for his lifetime achievements in the fields of mathematical modeling and applied mathematics. Dr. Adam has published over 110 papers and authored several books.
Author |
: Ian Stewart |
Publisher |
: Basic Books |
Total Pages |
: 179 |
Release |
: 2008-08-04 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780786723928 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0786723920 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (28 Downloads) |
Synopsis Nature's Numbers by : Ian Stewart
"It appears to us that the universe is structured in a deeply mathematical way. Falling bodies fall with predictable accelerations. Eclipses can be accurately forecast centuries in advance. Nuclear power plants generate electricity according to well-known formulas. But those examples are the tip of the iceberg. In Nature's Numbers, Ian Stewart presents many more, each charming in its own way.. Stewart admirably captures compelling and accessible mathematical ideas along with the pleasure of thinking of them. He writes with clarity and precision. Those who enjoy this sort of thing will love this book."—Los Angeles Times
Author |
: Max Tegmark |
Publisher |
: Vintage |
Total Pages |
: 434 |
Release |
: 2015-02-03 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780307744258 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0307744256 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (58 Downloads) |
Synopsis Our Mathematical Universe by : Max Tegmark
Max Tegmark leads us on an astonishing journey through past, present and future, and through the physics, astronomy and mathematics that are the foundation of his work, most particularly his hypothesis that our physical reality is a mathematical structure and his theory of the ultimate multiverse. In a dazzling combination of both popular and groundbreaking science, he not only helps us grasp his often mind-boggling theories, but he also shares with us some of the often surprising triumphs and disappointments that have shaped his life as a scientist. Fascinating from first to last—this is a book that has already prompted the attention and admiration of some of the most prominent scientists and mathematicians.
Author |
: Donald M. Davis |
Publisher |
: Courier Corporation |
Total Pages |
: 408 |
Release |
: 2013-03-19 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9780486152158 |
ISBN-13 |
: 0486152154 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (58 Downloads) |
Synopsis The Nature and Power of Mathematics by : Donald M. Davis
This captivating book explains some of the most fascinating ideas of mathematics to nonspecialists, focusing on non-Euclidean geometry, number theory, and fractals. Numerous illustrations. 1993 edition.
Author |
: Sarah C. Campbell |
Publisher |
: Astra Publishing House |
Total Pages |
: 35 |
Release |
: 2022-07-26 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781635928372 |
ISBN-13 |
: 1635928370 |
Rating |
: 4/5 (72 Downloads) |
Synopsis Growing Patterns by : Sarah C. Campbell
ALSC Notable Children's Book A wonderful introduction to one of the most beautiful connections between mathematics and the natural world–the Fibonacci sequence–through a series of stunning nature photographs. Discover the biggest mathematical mystery in nature—Fibonacci numbers! Named after a famous mathematician, the number pattern is simple and starts with: 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13. Each number in the sequence comes from adding the two numbers before it. What's the mystery? The pattern crops up in the most unexpected places. You'll find it in the disk of a sunflower, the skin of a pineapple, and the spiral of a nautilus shell. This book brings math alive, celebrates science, and will inspire kids to see nature through new eyes.
Author |
: John Adam |
Publisher |
: Princeton University Press |
Total Pages |
: 272 |
Release |
: 2011-09-12 |
ISBN-10 |
: 9781400832903 |
ISBN-13 |
: 140083290X |
Rating |
: 4/5 (03 Downloads) |
Synopsis A Mathematical Nature Walk by : John Adam
How heavy is that cloud? Why can you see farther in rain than in fog? Why are the droplets on that spider web spaced apart so evenly? If you have ever asked questions like these while outdoors, and wondered how you might figure out the answers, this is a book for you. An entertaining and informative collection of fascinating puzzles from the natural world around us, A Mathematical Nature Walk will delight anyone who loves nature or math or both. John Adam presents ninety-six questions about many common natural phenomena--and a few uncommon ones--and then shows how to answer them using mostly basic mathematics. Can you weigh a pumpkin just by carefully looking at it? Why can you see farther in rain than in fog? What causes the variations in the colors of butterfly wings, bird feathers, and oil slicks? And why are large haystacks prone to spontaneous combustion? These are just a few of the questions you'll find inside. Many of the problems are illustrated with photos and drawings, and the book also has answers, a glossary of terms, and a list of some of the patterns found in nature. About a quarter of the questions can be answered with arithmetic, and many of the rest require only precalculus. But regardless of math background, readers will learn from the informal descriptions of the problems and gain a new appreciation of the beauty of nature and the mathematics that lies behind it.