Math Geek - Raphael Rosen

Math Geek

From Klein Bottles to Chaos Theory, a Guide to the Nerdiest Math Facts, Theorems, and Equations

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Buch | Softcover
256 Seiten
2015
Adams Media Corporation (Verlag)
978-1-4405-8381-0 (ISBN)
13,70 inkl. MwSt
The new "sine" of mathematical geekdom!

Do you dream about long division in your sleep? Does the thought of solving abstruse equations bring a smile to your face? Do you love celebrating pi every March? Then, Math Geek was made for you! With this guide, you'll learn even more about the power of numbers as you explore their brilliant nature in ways you've never imagined. From manhole covers to bubbles to subway maps, each page gives you a glimpse of the world through renowned mathematicians' eyes and reveals how their theorems and equations can be applied to nearly everything you encounter. Covering dozens of your favorite math topics, you'll find fascinating answers to questions like:

How are the waiting times for buses determined?
Why is Romanesco Broccoli so mesmerizing?
How do you divide a cake evenly?
Should you run or walk to avoid rain showers?

Filled with compelling mathematical explanations, Math Geek sheds light on the incredible world of numbers hidden deep within your day-to-day life.

An Adams Media author.

Verlagsort Holbrook, MA
Sprache englisch
Maße 140 x 214 mm
Gewicht 374 g
Themenwelt Schulbuch / Wörterbuch Lexikon / Chroniken
Mathematik / Informatik Mathematik Allgemeines / Lexika
Mathematik / Informatik Mathematik Algebra
Mathematik / Informatik Mathematik Mathematische Spiele und Unterhaltung
ISBN-10 1-4405-8381-1 / 1440583811
ISBN-13 978-1-4405-8381-0 / 9781440583810
Zustand Neuware
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