Monday, July 14, 2014

how does bee know hexagon?




How does the Bee know the shape of Hexagon? Where did they learn from?


Honeycomb is one of the most amazing structures. The structure is a result of an amazing effort by which the volume and precision of containing the honey is most optimistic.

Take a look at the following diagrams....





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 the very smart geometry behind the honeybee's home.