The Hidden Code: Mathematics in Nature | Minjoo Kim | TEDxPangyo Youth

Core Argument - Mathematics is presented as a fundamental language of nature, not merely a human invention, underlying patterns observed from microscopic to cosmic scales [1][2][22] - The presentation explores the prevalence of mathematical patterns, particularly the golden ratio (approximately 1 to 1.618) and Fibonacci sequence, in various natural and man-made designs [3][4][5] Golden Ratio and its Applications - The golden ratio is believed to create visually pleasing designs, making it appealing for company logos and artistic creations [4][7][8] - Examples include its presence in human faces (e g, Challenu), artworks (e g, Mona Lisa), and architecture (e g, Taj Mahal), suggesting a subconscious human attraction to this proportion [6][7][8] Mathematical Patterns in Nature - Besides the golden ratio, nature exhibits other mathematical patterns such as fractals (e g, in romanesco broccoli) and various symmetries (e g, bilateral symmetry in butterflies, rotational symmetry in spiderwebs, modular symmetry in honeycombs) [9] - These patterns are attributed to nature's preference for efficiency [9] Historical Use of Mathematics - Early uses of mathematics can be traced back to at least 3000 BCE in the Indus civilization, where it was used for land demarcation [10][11] - Egyptians also utilized mathematical principles, such as right angles, in constructing pyramids, with evidence suggesting the use of rope methods with knots to ensure accurate square bases [15][16] Origins of Mathematical Thinking - Mathematical thinking is closely linked to logic, with many early mathematicians also being philosophers [22] - The presentation suggests that mathematics was invented as a language and set of symbols to communicate the patterns discovered in the universe [22][23]