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Focus on Fractals.

Authors :
Marks, Tim K.
Source :
Science Teacher. Mar 1992 59(3):22-27.
Publication Year :
1992

Abstract

Presents a three-lesson unit that uses fractal geometry to measure the coastline of Massachusetts. Two lessons provide hands-on activities utilizing compass and grid methods to perform the measurements and the third lesson analyzes and explains the results of the activities. (MDH)

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Language :
English
ISSN :
0036-8555
Volume :
59
Issue :
3
Database :
ERIC
Journal :
Science Teacher
Publication Type :
Electronic Resource
Accession number :
EJ471547
Document Type :
Guides - Classroom - Teacher<br />Journal Articles

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