Mathematically Exquisite Coral Reefs (w/ Margaret Wertheim)
Periodic Talks · Gillian Jacobs & Diona Reasonover
April 6, 202135m 32s
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Show Notes
Why are coral reefs so mesmerizing? And what do they have to do with hyperbolic geometry? With delicate precision, science artist Margaret Wertheim helps crochet incredible reefs, explaining their connection to mathematics and conservation. Then later, we share a story about an early experiment to capture images of marine plants!
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