Adam, John A.
A Mathematical Nature Walk
- ISBN 13:
- 9780691152653
- author:
- Adam, John A.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Princeton University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 15.2 x 1.7 x 22.9 cm
- Genre:
- Science & Nature, Biological Sciences, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Mathematical Nature Walk by John A. Adam is an entertaining and informative collection of puzzles from the natural world around us. The book presents 96 questions about common natural phenomena, along with solutions using basic mathematics. From weighing a pumpkin to understanding the spacing of spider web droplets, these problems explore the beauty of nature and the mathematics that lies behind it. Many are illustrated with photos and drawings, making them accessible to readers of all mathematical backgrounds. The book also includes answers, a glossary of terms, and a list of patterns found in nature, providing a comprehensive resource for anyone curious about the natural world and its underlying mathematical principles.
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