Duality of Polyhedra
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| Title: | Duality of Polyhedra |
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| 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 |
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