MATH 466 Links

Links on Symmetry

symmetry n 1a correct proportion of the parts of a thing; balance, harmony. b beauty resulting from this. 2a a structure that allows an object to be divided into parts of an equal shape and size and similar position to the point or line or plane of division. (from Greek syn 'with, together, alike' metron 'measure')

The students of Math 466 may get bonus points by preparing webpages on symmetry. Some excellent examples are given below.

Frieze Patterns on Balconies
Symmetry in Carpets
Wallpaper Groups by D. Joyce
Wallpaper Groups by S. Edwards
Snowflakes and Snow Crystals (added in 2005)

"Symmetry is a vast subject, significant in art and nature. Mathematics lies at its root, and it would be hard to find a better one on which to demonstarte the working of the mathematical intellect." --- Hermann Weyl