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Topology - The Mathematics of Distortion
In this topology worksheet, 7th graders solve and complete 12 different problems that include shapes and math distortion. First, they use the forms of capital letters as guides, stretch or bend the shape in the first column into as many...
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Applied Science - Science and Math Lab
Learners investigate topology. In this Applied Science lesson students explore higher, more abstract mathematics using tangles. Learners make topologically related shapes.
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Math Puzzles: Connected Loops
In this math puzzles: connected loops worksheet, 6th graders read an explanation of the puzzle, then solve by figuring out how to connect the loops, answer is available online.
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Topology and Geomery
Students relate topology to polygons. For this geometry lesson, students make the connection between different shapes and topologically equivalent relationships. They use Mobius strips to create and move shapes around.
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Math Morphing Proximate and Evolutionary Mechanisms
Students identify the different types of fractals. In this geometry lesson, students use math to analyze different biological phenomena. They collect data from the experiments and construct graphs.
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Extra Problems For Homework 7: Dimension
In this dimension worksheet, learners explore manifolds of dimension and find equivalence relations. This one-page worksheet contains three multi-step problems.
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Hints and Extra Problems for Homework 8: Metric Space
In this metric space worksheet, students determine if a function is continuous and find the metric space. This one-page worksheet contains three problems.
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Math: Seifert Surface
Students use wire to make knots and submerse them in pans of detergent to observe how the soap film clings to the wire. They discover this film is called the Seifert Surface. After drawing pictures of the surface, they discuss what...
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Connecting Dots
In this connecting dots worksheet, students solve a word problem involving connecting dots using a continuous line. Students complete 1 complicated higher order thinking problem.
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The Fed Ex Problem
In this Fed Ex worksheet, students read a word problem about air travel and time to deliver packages and solve it. Students complete 1 problem.
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The Quest For Power
Young scholars investigate and apply properties of math. In this algebra and physics lesson plan, students define important vocabulary words to create a basic understanding of keywords. They perform experiments using concepts of...
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Mobius Card- An Impossible shape
In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems using linear equations and algebraic symbols. There is one problem with an answer key.
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Euler Characteristic
Students identify the different properties of Euler's Characteristics. In this geometry lesson plan, students identify the shape and surface a polygon. They relate the concept of Euler to solving real world problems.
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Rubber Gardens
Students recycle discarded automobile tires and create gardening sites for limited space areas.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Topology: Topics
A dozen topology topics are listed here for both the teacher's and the student's use. Knot Theory, Bundles, and Topology Structures are just some of the areas which are explored in depth. Detailed explanations and necessary sketches and...
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Mathematics Illuminated: Topology's Twists and Turns
What is topology? And how does this area of mathematics allow us to study the shape and interconnectedness of the universe we live in? Video presentation answers these questions via a lively presentation of discussion, examples, and...
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Wolfram Math World: World's Most Extensive Mathematics Resource
MathWorld provides a huge mathematics encyclopedia detailing the concepts of geometry, algebra, calculus, discrete math, number theory, and other math topics--complete with formulas, diagrams, examples, and references for thorough...
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Topological Quantum Field Theory Club: Home Page
Visit the Topological Quantum Field Theory club's website. Find out about their organization and visit links to club events and other related topics.
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Wolfram Math World: Foundations of Mathematics: Topics
This math tutorial site covers set theory, axioms, category theory, logic, mathematical problems, and point-set topology.
University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas: Elementary Math Club: Math Mobile
Learners explore the geometric and topological properties of three-dimensional objects. The lesson plan includes an overview and a lesson toolkit.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: The Beginnings of Topology Leonard Euler
This site gives a general description of one of Euler's contributions, topology. It also presents one of the more famous problems of mathematics, The Bridges of Konigsberg.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Math Topics: Topology: Knot Theory
An extensive collection of sites on the topic of Knot Theory. Links to dozens of sites are provided which take the user from the basic definition of KT, through to detailed Applet programs which create knots on the spot. NOTE: Some links...
University of St. Andrews (UK)
University of St. Andrews: Mac Tutor History of Mathematics Archive
The University of St. Andrews, Scotland, presents hundreds of biographies of famous mathematicians, histories of math in various cultures, and interesting facts on the development of important math concepts. This is a huge reference....
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Wolfram Math World: Polyhedron
This is a detailed site with numerous links related to polyhedrons, the site explains the term polyhedron in terms of geometry and algebraic topology it briefly discusses special polyhedrons which link to other Math World sites which...