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Mathematics is a fundamental discipline that influences various aspects of daily life, from finance to technology, and enhances problem-solving skills. It also plays a crucial role in understanding natural patterns, such as symmetry, the Fibonacci sequence, and fractals. The Fibonacci sequence, introduced by the mathematician Fibonacci, is a series of numbers that has applications in various fields and can be calculated efficiently using Binet's formula.

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Mathematics is a fundamental discipline that influences various aspects of daily life, from finance to technology, and enhances problem-solving skills. It also plays a crucial role in understanding natural patterns, such as symmetry, the Fibonacci sequence, and fractals. The Fibonacci sequence, introduced by the mathematician Fibonacci, is a series of numbers that has applications in various fields and can be calculated efficiently using Binet's formula.

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Name: Recasa, Andrea Eunice A.

Section: BAAC- 2A

ASSIGNMENT
1. Definition of Mathematics.

Mathematics is all around us, in everything we do. It is the building block


for everything in our daily lives, including mobile devices, computers,
software, architecture (ancient and modern), art, money, engineering and
even sports. Mathematics is the science and study that deals quality,
structure, space, and change. Mathematicians seek out patterns, formulate
new conjectures, and establish truth by rigorous deduction from
appropriately chosen axioms and definitions.

2. Explain the importance of Mathematics.

- Application of mathematics is crucial in daily life, it helps us manage


finances and budgeting. We also use math in manner of cooking, shopping
snd even planning schedules. Mathematics also enhances our problem
solving skills such as logical thinking and analytical abilities which is
essential in making sound decisions in professional and personal daily life.

- It also serves as a foundation of science and technology, mathematics


drives technological innovation and it is fundamental to advancements in
fields like engineering, medicine, and space exploration.

-Mathematics helps us better understand the world, It provides tools for


studying phenomena like population growth, climate change, and
economic trends. and also enhances our understanding patterns,
relationships, and structures in nature, art, and music.
3. Explain the different patterns in nature.

1. Symmetry
Description: Symmetry is the balanced and proportional arrangement
of parts, often seen in living organisms and objects.
Examples in Nature:
Radial symmetry in flowers (e.g., sunflowers, daisies).
Bilateral symmetry in animals (e.g., butterflies, humans).
Mathematical Link: Symmetry is studied in geometry and group theory
to understand transformations and balance.
2. Fibonacci Sequence and Golden Ratio
Description: The Fibonacci sequence is a series of numbers where each
term is the sum of the two preceding ones (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13...). The
Golden Ratio (approximately 1.618) emerges when adjacent Fibonacci
numbers are divided.
Examples in Nature:
Arrangement of seeds in a sunflower head.
Spiral patterns in shells (e.g., nautilus) and hurricanes.
Pinecones, pineapples, and branching in trees.
Mathematical Link: The Fibonacci sequence explains growth patterns,
while the Golden Ratio is often linked to aesthetic proportions in
natural forms.
3. Fractals
Description: Fractals are infinitely complex patterns that are self-
similar at different scales.
Examples in Nature:
Branching of trees and rivers.
The structure of lungs and blood vessels.
Coastlines, snowflakes, and mountain ranges.
Mathematical Link: Fractals are described by recursive functions and
are studied in chaos theory.
4. Spirals
Description: Spirals are curves that expand outward as they rotate
around a central point.
Examples in Nature:
Spiral galaxies in space.
Snail shells and horns.
The arrangement of leaves around a stem (phyllotaxis).
Mathematical Link: Spirals are modeled using logarithmic equations
and Fibonacci numbers.
5. Tessellations
Description: Tessellations are patterns of shapes that fit together
without gaps or overlaps.
Examples in Nature:
Honeycomb structures in beehives.
Tiling patterns in fish scales, reptile skins, and cracked mud.
Mathematical Link: Geometry explains tessellations, including tiling
and polygon arrangement.
6. Wave Patterns
Description: Waves are periodic patterns caused by oscillations or
disturbances.
Examples in Nature:
Ocean waves and sand dune patterns.
Sound waves and ripples on a pond.
Mathematical Link: Waves are modeled using trigonometry, sine and
cosine functions, and differential equations.
7. Chaos and Randomness
Description: Some patterns in nature appear random but are governed
by underlying deterministic rules (chaos theory).
Examples in Nature:
Weather systems and cloud formations.
Turbulence in fluids.
Mathematical Link: Chaos theory and non-linear dynamics help model
such systems.
4. Explain the Fibonacci sequence, the history of Fibonacci, and explain
how to use Fibonacci formula.

The Fibonacci Sequence


The Fibonacci Sequence is a series of numbers where each number
(starting from the third) is the sum of the two preceding ones. The
sequence begins as follows:
0, 1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, ...

History of Fibonacci
Who Was Fibonacci?
-Fibonacci, also known as Leonardo of Pisa (c. 1170–1250), was an Italian
mathematician.
-He is considered one of the greatest European mathematicians of the
Middle Ages.

Fibonacci’s Contribution:
-In his book Liber Abaci (1202), Fibonacci introduced the Hindu-Arabic
numeral system to Europe.
-While discussing a problem related to rabbit population growth, he
introduced the Fibonacci sequence.
The Problem in Liber Abaci:
Fibonacci posed a problem about how many pairs of rabbits could be
produced in a year, assuming each pair produces a new pair every month
starting from their second month. The solution led to the Fibonacci
sequence.
How to use the Fibonacci formula
The Fibonacci formula is used to find the nnn-th term in the Fibonacci
sequence without calculating all the previous terms. The sequence is
defined as:

However, to calculate F(n)F(n)F(n) directly, you can use the closed-form


expression, known as Binet's formula:

Steps to Use the Fibonacci Formula:


1. Understand the Inputs:
nnn: The position of the term in the Fibonacci sequence you want
to calculate (e.g., n=5).
2. Calculate the Constants:

3. Plug Values into the Formula:


4. Round the Result:
Since Fibonacci numbers are integers, round the final result to
the nearest whole number.

When to Use:
Use this formula when you need to compute a specific Fibonacci
number efficiently, especially for larger values of nnn, without
manually generating the sequence.

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