| Variant title |
Architecture and KS3 maths : finding the golden ratio in Durham Cathedral |
| Variant title |
Architecture and KS3 maths : hidden patterns in Durham Cathedral |
| Series |
Lesson starters ; 5
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| Abstract |
Steve Humble examines how a cathedral like Durham was designed by following the master mason's use of practical geometry, symmetry, pattern, and proportions. Here Steve investigates the proportions in Durham Cathedral and discovers ratios that are very similar to the golden ratio . Can you find examples of the golden ratio in your school building or local church? |
| Abstract |
Steve Humble examines how a cathedral like Durham was designed by following the master mason's use of practical geometry, symmetry, pattern, and proportions. Here Steve sets mathematical challenges and brain teasers which are linked to some magical number patterns. |
| General note | Title from resource description page (viewed Mar. 5, 2012). |
| Other forms | Previously released as DVD. |
| Language | This edition in English. |
| Genre/form | Instructional television programs. |
| Genre/form | Nonfiction television programs. |
