Fractals are geometric objects that are self-similar ... Since the 'recipe' for producing fractals is so simple (repeat a certain step over an over again on smaller and smaller scales), they are ...

Marcus du Sautoy describes how fractal geometry can be used to describe natural objects, and how it is used in digital animation. Trees use the simple rule of trying to maximise surface area ...

Unlike traditional geometric shapes, fractals can have infinite detail ... creating complex structures from simple rules.

Fractals are geometric objects that have a very complicated structure yet are remarkably easy to describe (and to draw with a computer). They are appealing to the eye because of their great amount of ...