Tiger Math

Geometric design of a large cat. Caption: (narrator) First, define the surface of the shape geometrically.

Patrick Sanan, who studied mathematics at UC San Diego, explains how he combined geometry and physics to create the virtual tiger in the Oscar award-winning motion picture "Life of Pi."

(Source: DCMP)

Metadata

Subject:
Math
Keywords:
geometry, life of pi

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  • Tiger Math

    Type:
    Video
    Format:
    Streaming
    Accommodations:
    English Audio Descriptions - Visual, English Captions - Auditory
    Languages:
    English
    License:
    DCMP Membership
    Author:
    University Of California Television
    Length:
    9 minutes