Honeybees are some of nature’s finest mathematicians. Not only can they calculate angles and comprehend the roundness of the earth, these smart insects build and live in one of the most mathematically efficient architectural designs around: the beehive. Zack Patterson and Andy Peterson delve into...
Why do honeybees use hexagonal shapes to construct their honeycombs? Drawing from your observations of the honeycomb, use theCER worksheetto make a claim about why you think that the cells are shaped like hexagons. See theEducator’s Toolboxfor student worksheets and educator resources. ...
If you’re paying attention to WandaVision you have definitely noticed how many hexagons are in this show. They’re in the opening and closing credits of every version of the sitcom-within-a-show. They’re often hidden in the decor around Wanda and Vision’s home. The shape of the ...
There are rules to thediameter and weightof golf balls you can bring with you to competition, but there isn’t a “standard issue” golf ball. Different manufacturers do different things with the golf balls they make, and that includes the type of dimples they use on each ball. For the ...