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Sunday, May 22, 2011

Fountain Parabolas

Just came across a wonderful blogspot:  http://mathtourist.blogspot.com


This is Ivars Peterson's blogspot and he posts about anything in the world that catches his eye and is related to math and computer science.   Check out his blogspot for more real world mathematical connections.  Enjoy!

Thank you Mr.Peterson for your sharp eye and for providing the relevant, real life visual connections to mathematics.

Fountain Parabolas


Shooting graceful arcs of water into the air, fountains can offer lessons in geometric spectacle. The fountain at the National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden in Washington, D.C., is a notable example.

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