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Donald in Mathmagic Land: Math is Everywhere
The narrator shows Donald Duck several occurrences of mathematical forms in nature, such as the petuna, the starfish, and the wax flower. He explains that math can be found in music, art, and virtually all other aspects of the world. -
Numb3rs: Everything is Numbers
Charlie demonstrates how math is all over in the universe. He shows how, even in simple ways, mathematics is evident. -
Pi: Fibonacci Sequence
The applicability of numbers is everywhere, and a deeper meaning of them can be found in the Torah. The ancient Jews used Hebrew as their numerical system. Maximillian Cohen then goes on to describe the golden ratio and Fibonacci Sequence. -
Mr. Magorium's Wonder Emporium: Name the Fibonacci Series
Henry Weston is interviewing for an accountant position, and as a first test, Mr. Magorium asks him to recite the 11th through the 16th numbers in the Fibonacci sequence. He correctly lists the 11th through 15th numbers, and both characters seem to overlook that he missed the 16th number, 987. -
Sign in or create an account to view this clipPerson of Interest: When Will We Ever Use It?
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Finch, as a substitute teacher, draws a circle on the board along with the symbol, Pi, and asks the class what it means. When a student asks what Pi is good for and when one would use it, he gives a compelling answer. -
Sign in or create an account to view this clipDonald in Mathmagic Land: Math is More Than Numbers
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The narrator explains that mathematics is much more than simply numbers and equations. He shows how different shapes, such as spheres and cones, can be found in nature and are used in technology both at home and in several industries. -
Sign in or create an account to view this clipA Beautiful Mind: Welcome to Princeton
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In this intro scene to A Beautiful Mind, a professor gives a speech explaining how mathematics contributed to the Cold War and the national security of the United States. -
Sign in or create an account to view this clipDead Poets Society: What Will Your Verse Be
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Mr. Keating emphasizes the real-world applicability of words, language, and poetry. He encourages his students to contemplate their life's purpose. The human race is full of passion- poetry, beauty, romance and life: the things people stay alive for. "The powerful play goes on, and you may contribute a verse. What will your verse be?" -
Sign in or create an account to view this clipCrash Course Physics: One-dimensional Motion
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Dr. Shini Somara introduces physics and the concept of motion in a straight line, or one dimension. She defines key terms such as time, position, velocity, and acceleration then provides real-world scenarios involving these concepts to make them more concrete.
