Fractals in Nature and Art

in Subject: The Arts, Geometry, Algebra II/Trigonometry, Algebra I, Mathematics
Age Level: 6-8, 9-12
Resource Type: Activities/Lesson Plans
Topic: Geography

Fractals are found extensively in nature, from tiny snowflakes to towering mountains. Because of this, fractal geometry has many practical applications. Geologists can model the meandering paths of rivers. Botanists can model the branching patterns of trees. In this activity, students will investigate fractals, learn how fractals can be used to determine the length of a coastline and explore the expression of mathematical principles in art.

Image: Nevit Dilmen

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