Why Bees Build Perfect Hexagons -- The space-economics of honey - TopicsExpress



          

Why Bees Build Perfect Hexagons -- The space-economics of honey and wax. An animated look at why and how bees build the mathematically meticulous hexagons of which their honeycombs are constructed. (Maria Popova: brainpickings.org/2015/01/15/bees-hexagons) Honeybees are some of natures finest mathematicians. Not only can they calculate angles and comprehend the roundness of the earth, these smart insects build and live in one of the most mathematically efficient architectural designs around: the beehive. Zack Patterson and Andy Peterson delve into the very smart geometry behind the honeybees home. Lesson by Zack Patterson and Andy Peterson, animation by TED-Ed.
Posted on: Tue, 20 Jan 2015 03:29:45 +0000

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