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开 本: 16开纸 张: 胶版纸包 装: 平装是否套装: 否国际标准书号ISBN: 9780521525824
Can you cut an octagon into five pieces and rearrange them into
a square? How about turning a star into a pentagon? These are just
two of the infinite challenges of geometric dissections, the
mathematical art of cutting figures into pieces that can be
rearranged to form other figures, using as few pieces as possible.
Through the ages, geometric dissections have fascinated puzzle fans
and great mathematicians alike. Here are dissections known to Plato
and exciting new discoveries alike. Greg Frederickson explains
solution methods carefully, assuming only a basic knowledge of high
school geometry. This beautifully illustrated book provides hours
of enjoyment for every mathematical puzzle enthusiast.
Preface
“Dat Pussle”
Our Geometric Universe
Fearful Syrmnetry
It’s Hip to Be a Square
Triangles and Friends
All Polygons Created Equal
First Steps
Step Right Up!
Watch Your Step!
Just Tessellating
Plain Out-Stripped
Strips Teased
Tessellations Completed
Maltese Crosses
Curves Ahead
Stardom
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