WONDERS OF THE WORLD
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"The world will never starve for want of wonders, but for want of wonder." Gilbert K. Chesterton
This page is for things that our members consider to be truly awesome -- unsung 'Wonders of the World' that give them the 'tingle factor'.
Do YOU have a 'wonder' you would like to share it with us?
Fractals
Fractals are awesome, computer-generated geometric images that have the amazing property appearing similar at all levels of magnification.
The term was coined by Benoît Mandelbrot in 1975. It is derived from the Latin fractus meaning 'broken' or 'fractured'.
Take a look at 'Mandelbrot set' on Wikipedia, and be sure to follow the zoom sequences!.
Natural objects that approximate to fractals include mountain ranges and coastlines (seen from above), lightning bolts, snow flakes, various vegetables (cauliflower & broccoli), and animal colouration patterns
Hubble Space Telescope Imagery Advent Calendar
For some spectacular views of the universe it is hard to beat the Hubble Space Telescope imagery Advent Calendar. Take a look, and be in awe...