Spirals and Polygons
Mathematical Modeling
Take the coordinates on a unit circle and put it on a polygon instead.
Introduction
I wonder what this looks like if it is plotted as a function?
Guiding Questions
- What mathematical models apply to this situation?
- What data do you need to collect and how will you analyze it?
- What assumptions are you making in your mathematical model?
- How can you validate your mathematical conclusions?
- What are the limitations of your approach?
Key Mathematical Concepts
Geometric Patterns
Nature
Polar Coordinates
Spirals