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Dewdney, A. K. – Scientific American, 1989
Discussed are three examples of computer graphics including biomorphs, Truchet tilings, and fractal popcorn. The graphics are shown and the basic algorithm using multiple iteration of a particular function or mathematical operation is described. An illustration of a snail shell created by computer graphics is presented. (YP)
Descriptors: Algorithms, Computer Graphics, Computer Simulation, Computers
Pavelle, Richard; And Others – Scientific American, 1981
Describes the nature and use of computer algebra and its applications to various physical sciences. Includes diagrams illustrating, among others, a computer algebra system and flow chart of operation of the Euclidean algorithm. (SK)
Descriptors: Algebra, Algorithms, Astronomy, College Mathematics