Mathematics in Our World

Pattern

Anything that is not random; an arrangement or design that shows order or repetition.

Patterns in Nature

Naturally occurring designs or structures found in living and non-living things that show order, repetition, or predictability.

Symmetry

A type of pattern where different sides of an object are alike or mirror each other.

Bilateral Symmetry

A form of symmetry where an object can be divided into two identical halves.

Multiple Symmetry

Symmetry that occurs across more than two sides of an object.

Radial Symmetry

Symmetry where an object is symmetrical around a central point, appearing the same from all sides.

Six-fold Symmetry

A type of symmetry where an object can be divided into six identical sections, commonly seen in snowflakes.

Fractals

“Never-ending” patterns that repeat infinitely at smaller and smaller scales.

Fractal Pattern

A self-similar pattern where each part resembles the whole, regardless of scale.

Spiral

A pattern that curves around a central point and moves outward or inward continuously.

Logarithmic Spiral

A special spiral pattern that gets smaller as it goes, found in nature such as galaxies and seashells.

Fibonacci Sequence

A numerical sequence where each number is the sum of the two preceding numbers (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, …).

Fibonacci Pattern

A natural growth pattern based on the Fibonacci sequence, commonly observed in plants and animals.

Tessellation

A pattern formed by repeating shapes that fit together perfectly without gaps or overlaps.

Mathematics in Technology

The application of math to develop and operate modern technologies such as computers, GPS, and digital systems.

Mathematics in Engineering

The use of math to design, model, test, and build structures and systems.

Mathematics in Media

The application of mathematical concepts in media production, design, music, advertising, and polling.

Mathematics in Medicine and Health

The use of math and statistics in medical research, diagnostics, population studies, and healthcare technologies.

Mathematics in Finance and Business

The application of math in managing finances, pricing, insurance, loans, data analysis, and business decision-making.