This week’s posts have been a diversion from my routine while focusing on small things – and as we know, the microscopic world is detailed and fascinating. Fractals are a geometry concept. In simple terms, a fractal is a shape within an object that takes the shape of the entire object. A piece of a [...]
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On Fractalicious
Posted in Science, tagged Computer Art, Fractal Art, Fractal Images, Fractals, Geometry, Mathematics, Micro Art, Microscopic, Science, Small on May 9, 2012 | 32 Comments »
On a Small World
Posted in Science, tagged Biology, Design, Electron Micrographs, Electron Microscope, Micro Art, Microbes, Science on May 8, 2012 | 26 Comments »
Over the past few days we have examined the microscopic world – that small world of cells serving as the basic life form for all living things. It is interesting how our own cells from the liver, brain, bone, small intestines, and skin look nothing like each other, yet they have many similar parts while [...]
On a Scope
Posted in Science, tagged Bacteria, Biology, Cells, Crystals, Electron Micrographs, Micro Art, Microscopic, Science, Small world on May 7, 2012 | 30 Comments »
Yesterday’s post provided a snapshot of the microscopic world in the human body. It’s amazing to think that we transport along a wonderland no matter where we go. So that gave me an idea – another trip journey. Today’s trip is a bit more advanced because besides regular microscope views, this video offers one of [...]
On a Falling Tree
Posted in Science, tagged noise, Physics, Science, Sound, Sound waves, tree falling in a forest on April 30, 2012 | 50 Comments »
Everyone knows this riddle: If a tree falls in a forest and nobody is there to hear it, does it make a sound? Here is the good news – I will answer the question. – However, the bigger question is will you agree? The key is in the definition of two key words: sound and [...]

