MATHEMATICS

IN OUR WORLD
TABLE OF CONTENT
1 Patterns and Numbers in Nature and the World

2 The Fibonacci Sequence in Nature and the

World
3 The Aspects of Mathematics

4 The Functionality, Role, and Relevance of

Mathematics in Nature and the World
 PATTERNS AND NUMBERS
IN NATURE AND THE WORLD
 INTRODUCTION

“What are the roles of

Mathematics in our
lives?”
Mathematics has an indispensable
role in the human culture. We
consider it in different things we
do in our lives.
 LEARNING OBJECTIVES

At the end of this chapter, learners should be able

to:
 explain the nature of mathematics;
 discuss how mathematics is exhibited in
nature; and
 apply the principles of mathematics to resolve
issues that pertain to human activities,
natural occurrences, and social systems.
DIAGNOSTICS

INSTRUCTIONS: If you think the statement is

correct, write RE-YAL. Otherwise, write FA-KE.

1. Mathematics is exhibited only through numbers.

2. Mathematics can progress even without numbers.
3. Every phenomenon, whether scientific or social,
can be explained by mathematics.
4. Patterns that occur in nature are only for arts
appreciation and not for mathematical
explorations.
5. Mathematics is not meant to be learned by
ESSENTIAL QUESTIONS

 What does mathematics have to do with

nature?

 What is mathematics about and what it is for?

 What is a mathematical pattern?

 WHAT DOES MATHEMATICS HAVE TO DO WITH NATURE?

The natural world is full of beauty and amazing shapes and patterns. In
his book, Nature by Numbers, Ian Stewart mentioned that we live in a
universe of patterns. If you observe our nature diligently, you can prove
that our nature bounds in mystical colors and intricate shapes and patterns
that can be described mathematically.
WHAT MATHEMATICS IS ABOUT AND WHAT IT IS FOR?

The world cannot move even an inch without mathematics

because it is the cradle of all creations. Everyone needs
mathematics in everyday life.

Mathematics makes our lives orderly and systematic, and

it prevents chaos. It helps us to see patterns needed to
generalize a broader solution to a problem. It can be used to
express, solve, and interpret the puzzles observed in
nature. It expounds the power of reasoning, creativity,
abstract or spatial thinking, critical thinking, problem-
solving ability, and even effective communication skills.
 WHAT IS MATHEMATICAL PATTERN?

Patterns are things that are repetitive, which can be found in nature as
color, shape, action, or some other sequences that are almost
everywhere. Mathematics expresses patterns. These sequences that
repeat, follows a rule or rules. A rule is a way to calculate or solve a
problem.
 TYPES OF A PATTERN IN NATURE

1. SYMMETRY
According to the American Heritage Dictionary, symmetry is an
exact correspondence of form and constituent configuration on
opposite sides of a
dividing line or plane or about a center or an axis.

It indicates that you can draw an imaginary line across an object and the
resulting parts are mirror images of each other
 SYMMETRY

A. REFLECTION SYMMETRY
It is also called mirror symmetry or line symmetry. It is made with a line
going through an object which divides it into two pieces which are mirror
images of each other. This is often termed as bilateral symmetry
as it divides the object into two (“bi “ means two) mirror images.
 SYMMETRY

B. ROTATIONAL SYMMETRY
It is also called radial symmetry. In Biology, this kind of symmetry is exhibited
by objects when their similar parts are regularly arranged around a central axis
and the pattern looks the same after a certain amount of rotation. Note that if
you rotate the given images below by several degrees, you can still achieve the
same appearance as the original position. To compute the angle of rotation, we
simply divide 360 by n (n-fold rotational symmetry).
 SYMMETRY

C. TRANSLATIONAL SYMMETRY
This kind of symmetry is exhibited by objects that do not change their size
and shape even if it moved to another location. Note that the movement
does not involve with reflection or rotation.
A shape exhibits translational symmetry if displacement in some
direction-horizontal or vertical, returns the shape to its original
configuration.
 TYPES OF A PATTERN IN NATURE

2. FRACTALS
These are never-ending patterns that are self-similar across different scales.
The image just reappears over and over again no matter how many times
the object is magnified.
 TYPES OF A PATTERN IN NATURE

3. SPIRALS
These are curved patterns made by a series of circular shapes revolving
around a central point.
 TYPES OF A PATTERN IN NATURE

4. SPOTS AND STRIPES

Patterns are also exhibited in the external appearances of animals
 FIBONACCI
SECQUENCE
FIBONACCI SECQUENCE

• The Fibonacci numbers are a series of number that often

occur in nature.
• This number sequence was developed in the Middle Ages, and it
was named after Leonardo Pisano Bigollo, a famous Italian
mathematician who also happened to discover Fibonacci.
• Fibonacci is a short term for the latin filius bonacci, which means
“the son of Bonacci”.
• Fibonacci sequence is an integer in the infinite sequence 0, 1, 1,
2, 3, 5, 8, 13…The sequence begins with zero or one. Each
subsequent number is found by getting the sum of two
preceding numbers.
FIBONACCI SECQUENCE

• A sequence is an ordered set of numbers, shapes, or any

other mathematical objects arranged into a rule.

• In nature, many plants show the Fibonacci numbers in the

arrangement of leaves around the stem, the number of spirals
like in sunflowers.
 GOLDEN RATIO

• The golden ratio , also known as the divine proportion, is a

special number (approximately 1.618) that appears many times
in geometry, art, and and architecture.
GOLDEN RATIO
GOLDEN RATIO
 ACTIVITY

Make a reflection about the importance of mathematics in your life.

Cite instances on how you use it in your daily life. Your work must
not be less than 200 words but not more than 350 words.

Your work will be graded as follows:

• Clarity of Ideas – 10 points
• Organization – 10 points
• Spelling/Grammar/Punctuation – 5 points

Total Points: 25 points

 ACTIVITY
Aside from the aforementioned objects that exhibit patterns
in nature, give another example (only one (1)) by illustrating
it through a drawing. Put it on a short bond paper. It can be
in a portrait or landscape orientation. Write a brief
explanation (3-5 sentences) about the pattern being
presented in your illustration.

Your work will be graded as follows:

• Pattern used in the artwork – 10 points
• Creativity – 10 points
• Originality – 5 points
• Explanation of artwork – 5 points
THE ASPECTS OF
MATHEMATICS
 ASPECTS OF MATHEMATICS
There are a lot of aspects of mathematics. Here are some of the
major aspects:

1. Arithmetic: The study of basic operations like addition,

subtraction, multiplication, and division, as well as properties
of numbers.
2. Algebra: Involves manipulating symbols and letters to
represent and solve equations and expressions.
3. Geometry: Focuses on the properties and relationships of
shapes, sizes, angles, and dimensions.
4. Calculus: Concerned with rates of change and accumulation
of quantities, consisting of differential calculus (concerned
with derivatives) and integral calculus (concerned with
IMPORTANCE OF MATHEMATICS

Mathematics is an exciting
subject incorporating branches,
equations, formulas, and
mathematical reasoning. The
importance of math in daily life
can be observed in some way or
another without realizing its
existence.
IMPORTANCE OF MATHEMATICS
8 Reasons Why Math Is Important In Our Daily Lives:

1. We Use Math Everyday

2. Math Helps Us Manage Time
3. Math Helps In Budgeting Our Life
4. Math Develops Critical Thinking
5. Math Makes Measurements Simple
6. Math Makes Us Sharp Workers
7. Math Helps Us Shop Carefully
8. Math Is All Around Us

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THE FUNCTIONALITY, ROLE,
AND RELEVANCE OF
MATHEMATICS IN NATURE
AND THE WORLD
 NATURE OF MATHEMATICS

According to the American Association for the Advancement of

Science (1990), Mathematics relies on both logic and creativity,
and it is pursued both for a variety of practical purposes and for
its intrinsic interest.

1. Patterns and Relationship. As a theoretical discipline,

mathematics explores the possible relationships among
abstractions without concern for whether those abstractions
have counterparts in the real world.
2. Mathematics, Science and Technology. Mathematics is
abstract. Its function goes along with Science and Technology.
 NATURE OF MATHEMATICS

3. Mathematical Inquiry. Problems are in our nature.

Mathematical inquiry is a process of using mathematical
evidence to address complex problems.
4. Abstraction and Symbolic Representation. Mathematical
thinking often begins with the process of abstraction. Many
concept of Mathematics can be represented by symbols,
variables, shapes, and others.
5. Manipulating Mathematical Statements. Mathematical
statements can be manipulate through the derivation of
formula.
6. Application. Different mathematical models can be use to
solve mathematical problems in our world.
 ROLE OF MATHEMATICS
As posted by Angel Rathnabai (2014), Mathematics is not only
number work or computation, but it is more about forming
generalization, seeing relationships, and developing logical
thinking and reasoning.

Here are some main disciplines in which the role of Mathematics

is widely accepted:
1. Mathematics in Physical Sciences
2. Mathematics in Chemistry
3. Mathematics in Biological Sciences
4. Mathematics in Engineering and Technology
5. Mathematics and Agriculture
6. Mathematics and Economics
 ROLE OF MATHEMATICS
7. Mathematics and Actuarial Science, Insurance and Finance
8. Mathematics and Archaeology
9. Mathematics and Logic
10. Mathematics in Music
11. Mathematics in Arts
12. Mathematics in Philosophy
13. Mathematics in Social Network
14. Mathematics in Political Science
15. Mathematics in Linguistics
16. Mathematics in Management
17. Mathematics in Computers
18. Mathematics in Geography
 ROLE OF MATHEMATICS
Mathematics can be a great aid in all our activities in the world
and deserves huge appreciation and therefore everyone realizes
the following:

1. Mathematics helps organize patterns and regularities.

2. Mathematics helps predict the behavior of nature and
phenomena in the world.
3. Mathematics helps control and occurrences in the world for
our own ends.
4. Mathematics has numerous applications in the world making
it indispensable.
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