Mathematics
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Properties of Pascal’s Triangle
By Robert Coolman published
Pascal's triangle, a simple yet complex mathematical construct, hides some surprising properties related to number theory and probability.

What Is Symmetry?
By Robert Coolman published
In geometry, an object exhibits symmetry if it looks the same after a transformation, such as reflection or rotation. Symmetry is important in art, math, biology and chemistry.

What Is Trigonometry?
By Robert Coolman published
Trigonometry is a branch of mathematics that studies relationships between the sides and angles of triangles.

What Are Logarithms?
By Robert Coolman published
A logarithm determines how many times a certain number must be multiplied by itself to reach another number.

What Is Calculus?
By Robert Coolman published
Calculus is a branch of mathematics that explores variables and how they change by looking at them in infinitely small pieces.

Where's the Proof in Science? There Is None
By Geraint Lewis published
In fact, science has little to do with “proving” anything.

What Are Quadratic Equations?
By Robert Coolman published
Quadratic equations are basic to algebra and are the math behind parabolas, projectiles, satellite dishes and the golden ratio.

What Is Algebra?
By Robert Coolman published
Algebra is a branch of mathematics dealing with symbols and the rules for manipulating those symbols.
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