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The "Fibonacci" Sequence Was Actually Discovered In India 1000 Years Earlier
The sequence of numbers 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, etc was described by Fibonacci around 1200 AD. The Indian mathematician Pingala found the sequence at least 1,000 years before (probably 200 BC) while analyzing Sanskrit poetry. This video...
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The Golden Ratio: Is It Myth or Math?
The golden ratio. Some say it’s the most mythical number in the universe. Others say it underlies everything from nature’s patterns to beauty in art and design. But, like, what is it? And does the myth of the golden ratio hold up to its...
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Fibonacci and the Rabbits Problem
Fibonacci is best remembered for his discovery of the 'Fibonacci series'. Robin Wilson, Gresham Professor of Geometry, explains what this series of numbers is and the problem that gave rise to it in his 1202 book 'Liber abaci'. This is...
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The Beauty Formula
While it might seem that beauty is in the eye of the beholder, two universal factors transcend cultures. Discover how symmetry and proportion relate to our perception of attractiveness. Maths - Measurement A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and...
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Maths and the Mona Lisa
See the Golden Ratio in the Mona Lisa and how it has contributed to the painting becoming the most viewed artwork in the world. Maths - Measurement A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s...
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The Magical Fraction 1/999,999,999,999,999,999,999,998,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999
The number 1/999,999,999,999,999,999,999,998,999,999,999,999,999,999,999,999 has the Fibonacci numbers in order for every group of 24 decimals. This video explains why the pattern emerges. (sources, proofs, and links below) Via Futility...
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Math Curse
Hey everyone, and welcome back Math Defined! Today, we're diving into the hilarious and relatable world of "Math Curse" by Jon Scieszka and Lane Smith. Ever feel like math is following you everywhere you go? Like you can't escape...
Flipping Physics
Series and Parallel Circuits - Review for AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism review of series and parallel circuits including: derivations of equations for resistors in series, resistors in parallel, capacitors in parallel, and capacitors in series, and where to place...
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Spirals in Nature
Investigates different types of spiral, from logarithmic to Archimedean, how each is formed and where they are found in nature. Maths - Space A Twig Math Film. Reinforce and extend the learning required by the curriculum. Twig’s math...