Maths in a minute

Want facts and want them fast? Our Maths in a minute series explores key mathematical concepts in just a few words. From symmetry to Euclid's axioms, and from binary numbers to the prosecutor's fallacy, learn some maths without too much effort.

Maths in a minute: Polar coordinates

Polar coordinates are great for circles and spirals!

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Maths in a minute: Cellular automata

Mindless games can produce surprising results.

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Maths in a minute: Some basic linear programming

How to solve a tricky problem using a picture.

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Maths in a minute: Linear regression

A useful tool for spotting trends in data.

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Maths in a minute: Poincaré and the beginnings of chaos

How a maths competition spawned the foundations of chaos theory.

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Maths in a minute: The golden ratio

A quick introduction to a famous number.

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