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A Mathematical Tapestry: Demonstrating the Beautiful Unity of Mathematics

AUTHOR Donmoyer, Sylvie; Pedersen, Jean; Hilton, Peter
PUBLISHER Cambridge University Press (11/10/2010)
PRODUCT TYPE eBook (Open Ebook)

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This easy-to-read book demonstrates how a simple geometric idea reveals fascinating connections and results in number theory, the mathematics of polyhedra, combinatorial geometry, and group theory. Using a systematic paper-folding procedure it is possible to construct a regular polygon with any number of sides. This remarkable algorithm has led to interesting proofs of certain results in number theory, has been used to answer combinatorial questions involving partitions of space, and has enabled the authors to obtain the formula for the volume of a regular tetrahedron in around three steps, using nothing more complicated than basic arithmetic and the most elementary plane geometry. All of these ideas, and more, reveal the beauty of mathematics and the interconnectedness of its various branches. Detailed instructions, including clear illustrations, enable the reader to gain hands-on experience constructing these models and to discover for themselves the patterns and relationships they unearth.
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ISBN-13: 9780511777004
ISBN-10: 0511777000
Content Language: English
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Feature Codes: Price on Product, Illustrated
Country of Origin: US
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Mathematics | Number Theory
Mathematics | Geometry - General
Mathematics | Group Theory
Dewey Decimal: 510
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This easy-to-read book demonstrates how a simple geometric idea reveals fascinating connections and results in number theory, the mathematics of polyhedra, combinatorial geometry, and group theory. Using a systematic paper-folding procedure it is possible to construct a regular polygon with any number of sides. This remarkable algorithm has led to interesting proofs of certain results in number theory, has been used to answer combinatorial questions involving partitions of space, and has enabled the authors to obtain the formula for the volume of a regular tetrahedron in around three steps, using nothing more complicated than basic arithmetic and the most elementary plane geometry. All of these ideas, and more, reveal the beauty of mathematics and the interconnectedness of its various branches. Detailed instructions, including clear illustrations, enable the reader to gain hands-on experience constructing these models and to discover for themselves the patterns and relationships they unearth.
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Author: Pedersen, Jean
Jean Pedersen is Professor of Mathematics and Computer Science at Santa Clara University, California.
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Illustrator: Donmoyer, Sylvie
Sylvie Donmoyer is a professional artist and freelance illustrator.
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