Symmetry - Reality's Riddle
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the fascinating world of symmetry in this 20-minute TED talk by Oxford mathematician Marcus du Sautoy. Delve into the hidden numbers and patterns that connect symmetrical objects across various scales, from subatomic particles to intricate arabesques. Discover how symmetry underpins the fundamental workings of our universe and shapes the beauty we perceive in the world around us. Gain insights into the invisible mathematical principles that govern symmetrical structures and their profound implications for our understanding of reality.
Syllabus
Marcus du Sautoy: Symmetry, reality's riddle
Taught by
TED
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