Fractals: Hunting the hidden dimension
Title
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Fractals: Hunting the hidden dimension
Summary
:
Nova takes viewers on a fascinating quest with a group of pioneering mathematicians determined to decipher the rules that govern fractal geometry. Their remarkable findings are deepening our understanding of nature and stimulating a new wave of scientific, medical and artistic innovation, stretching from the ecology of the rainforest to fashion design.
Year Published
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2009
Physical Description
:
1 videodisc (56 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.
Note
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Special features: Materials and activities for educators ; Nova web link.
Contents
:
Fractal basics -- The Mandelbrot set -- On the defense -- Fractals in the body -- Nature's fractal nature.
Subject
:
Fractals.
Fractals in art.
Geometry.
Mathematics.
Documentary television programs.
Nonfiction television programs.
Television programs for the hearing impaired.
Television programs for people with visual disabilities.
Added Author
:
Ross, Neil.
Jersey, Bill.
Chater, John.
Schwarz, Michael, producer.
Rife, Christopher.
Added Corporate Author
:
Quest Productions.
WGBH Educational Foundation.
PBS Home Video.
Catticus Corporation.
Kikim Media (Firm)
Added Uniform Title
:
Nova (Television program)
Summary
:
Nova takes viewers on a fascinating quest with a group of pioneering mathematicians determined to decipher the rules that govern fractal geometry. Their remarkable findings are deepening our understanding of nature and stimulating a new wave of scientific, medical and artistic innovation, stretching from the ecology of the rainforest to fashion design.
ISBN
:
9781593758523
Publisher
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Boston, MA : WGBH Educational Foundation : PBS Home Video ; Orangeville, ON : McIntyre Media [distributor], c2009.
| Library | Call Number | Type | Item Barcode | Status |
|---|
| Edmonton Christian High | TRC DVD 514 FRA | Teacher resource | 30905000083398 | Teacher Materials |