Today was my first full day at math camp. Today one of the things that we studied was the golden ratio, otherwise known as Phi.We also studied the Fibonacci sequence to help us better understand the workings of the golden ratio.The sequence helps us to understand the golden ratio because when you divide the previous number in the sequence by the number that you have just reached you get a number close to Phi. And as you keep dividing and get further into this infinite sequence you get closer and closer to Phi.
We also studied linear and quadratical equations. These equations help to graph locations with lines and points.
Even though you might think that math campsounds like a snore, it's not. For instance, today, on the computer, we used a geometry program to create tessellations.Basically, a tessellation a repeated image that fits together because of its congruent sides. The finished productlooks really cool!
Well, I really must get back to mathematicianing. Bye!