View in EDS HTML Full Text PDF Full Text

Duality of Polyhedra

Saved in:
Bibliographic Details
Title: Duality of Polyhedra
Language: English
Authors: Gailiunas, P., Sharp, J.
Source: International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science & Technology. Sep 2005 36(6):617-642.
Availability: Customer Services for Taylor & Francis Group Journals, 325 Chestnut Street, Suite 800, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420 (Toll Free); Fax: 215-625-8914.
Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 26
Publication Date: 2005
Document Type: Journal Articles
Numerical/Quantitative Data
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Logical Thinking, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Thinking Skills, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Mathematics Instruction, Computation, Numbers
ISSN: 0020-739X
Abstract: Everyone is familiar with the concept that the cube and octahedron, dodecahedron and icosahedron are dual pairs, with the tetrahedron being self-dual. On the face of it, the concept seems straightforward; however, in all but the most symmetrical cases it is far from clear. By using the computer and three-dimensional graphics programs, it is possible to clarify the concept and explore new ideas. Moreover, it is an ideal topic for teaching clear logical thinking. (Contains 21 figures.)
Abstractor: Author
Number of References: 18
Entry Date: 2006
Access URL: https://taylorandfrancis.metapress.com/link.asp?target=contribution&id=W2M4840P05P54146
Accession Number: EJ729392
Database: ERIC
Full text is not displayed to guests.
Description
Abstract:Everyone is familiar with the concept that the cube and octahedron, dodecahedron and icosahedron are dual pairs, with the tetrahedron being self-dual. On the face of it, the concept seems straightforward; however, in all but the most symmetrical cases it is far from clear. By using the computer and three-dimensional graphics programs, it is possible to clarify the concept and explore new ideas. Moreover, it is an ideal topic for teaching clear logical thinking. (Contains 21 figures.)
ISSN:0020-739X