How do I graph?
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 10:55 pm
My project is on fractals, so I was wondering how to graph that? Also what to graph.
Hi. Fractals are an interesting topic. Once you understand and recognize them, you will find them throughout nature, thus adding a natural beauty to mathematics.
Graphing fractals is not easy, as they must be graphed on a complex number plane...a plane consisting of both real and imaginary numbers. That means graphing options you have ready access to (Excel, graphing calculator, etc) will not work. There are a couple of different options.
1. You can graph simple fractals by hand.
http://www.wikihow.com/Plot-the-Mandelbrot-Set-By-Hand
2. There are free applets available to explore already plotted fractals. Three programs are listed in the bibliography section here:
https://www.sciencebuddies.org/science- ... background
A simple Google search of "How do i graph fractals" will offer other options, as well.
I hope this helps, and I hope you have fun with your project. Feel free to write back if you have any further questions. Good luck!