MATHEMATICS IN THE MODERN WORLD
PATTERNS AND NUMBERS IN NATURE AND THE WORLD
What is Mathematics?
Mathematics, developed by human mind and culture, is a formal system of thought for recognizing,
classifying, and exploiting patterns. (Ian Stewart)
Mathematics is perceived as a study of numbers, symbols, and equations, as an art of geometric shapes,
patterns, a universal language, a tool in decision-making and problem solving, and a way of life to be
exact and precise
Study of Patterns
Art Language
Set of Problem- Solving tools Process of Thinking
Where is Mathematics?
Mathematics is in every people’s daily task or activity. It is in nature, arts, music, medicine, and in other
disciplines. It is in our communities. Mathematics is everywhere. Moreover, there is always a substantial
interconnection and relationship between mathematics, the world, and the universe.
Mathematics reveals hidden patterns that help us understand the word around us. Now much more than
arithmetic and geometry, mathematics today is a diverse discipline that deals with data, measurements,
and observations from science; with inference, deduction, and proof; and with mathematical models of
natural phenomena, of human behavior, and of social systems.
What is Mathematics for?
Mathematics is extremely useful in making conclusions and/or prediction of the events of the world. It is
used to describe the natural order and occurrences of the universe.
In addition, it is used to organize patterns and regularities as well as irregularities, to help us control
weather and epidemics, to provide tools for calculations, and to provide new questions to think about.
What is Mathematics all about?
Mathematics is about numbers, symbols, equations, operations, functions, calculations, abstractions, and
devising proofs.
Here are a few examples of math in nature, but there are many other examples as well.
The Fibonacci Sequence
Named for the famous mathematician, Leonardo Fibonacci, also known as Leonardo of Pisa or
Leonardo Pisano. This number sequence is simple, yet a profound pattern. Based on Fibonacci’s
“rabbit problem”, this sequence begins with the numbers 1 and 1, and then each subsequent
number is found by adding the two previous numbers. Therefore, after 1 and 1, the next number is
2 (1 + 1). The next number is 3 (1 + 2) and then 5 (2+3) and so on.
MATHEMATICS IN THE MODERN WORLD
The Rabbit Problem
A Fibonacci number is an integer in the infinite sequence 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13…. of which the first
two terms are 1 and 1 and each succeeding term is the sum of the two immediately preceding.
The original problem Fibonacci investigated in the year 1202 was about how fast rabbits could
breed in ideal circumstances.
The Golden Ratio
The Golden Ratio, often represented by the Greek letter phi (𝜑), is directly linked to a numerical
pattern known as the Fibonacci sequence, which is a list composed of numbers that are the sum of
the previews two numbers in the sequence
When a Fibonacci umber is divided by the Fibonacci number that came before it, it approaches
the golden ratio, which is an irrational number that starts our as 1.6180339887… and, once again,
it goes on forever.
The golden ratio 1.618034 is also called the golden section or the golden mean or just called the
golden number.
The figure is a spiral drawn in the squares, a quarter of a circle in each square. The spiral is not a true
mathematical spiral (since it is not made up of fragments which are parts of circles and does not go on
getting smaller and smaller) but it is a good approximation to a kind of spiral that does appear often in the
nature. Such spirals are seen in the shape of shells of snails and sea shells and in the arrangement of seeds
on flowering plants too.
How is Mathematics done?
Mathematics is done with curiosity, with a penchant for seeking patterns and generalities, with a desire to
know the truth, with trial and error, and without fear of facing more questions and problems to solve.
(Vistru-Yu)
Who uses Mathematics?
Mathematicians (pure and applied), scientists (natural and social), and practically, everyone uses different
mathematics at different times, for different purposes, using different tools, with different attitudes.
(Vistru- Yu)
Why is Mathematics important to know / learn?
Mathematics puts order in disorder. It helps us become better persons and helps make the world a better
place to live in. (Vistro-Yu)
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