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Publication Date: 2005-Sep-15
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Duality of Polyhedra
Gailiunas, P.; Sharp, J.
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science & Technology, v36 n6 p617-642 Sep 2005
Everyone is familiar with the concept that the cube and octahedron, dodecahedron and icosahedron are dual pairs, with the tetrahedron being self-dual. On the face of it, the concept seems straightforward; however, in all but the most symmetrical cases it is far from clear. By using the computer and three-dimensional graphics programs, it is possible to clarify the concept and explore new ideas. Moreover, it is an ideal topic for teaching clear logical thinking. (Contains 21 figures.)
Descriptors: Logical Thinking, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Thinking Skills, Geometric Concepts, Geometry, Mathematics Instruction, Computation, Numbers
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