Really OT (Taxonomy)Goatweed and Lysimachia many mathematical formulas, each defining a pattern of growth in theform of a mathematical procedure.

> He theorized that the DNA strand was comprised of
> many mathematical formulas, each defining a pattern of growth 

I thought DNA coded for construction of proteins which mediate
specialized biological reactions resulting in growth and
differentiation, but this is an interesting theory.  I remember seeing a
set of photos somewhere in the past of plant patterns:  the spiraling in
cauliflower florets, the scales of pinecones, the neat branching of
umbelliferae flowers, etc.  And I suppose there are mathematical
relations in these patterns.  

I looked at the Mandelbrot Set some time ago and it is fascinating--is
this the one where you can go in closer with suceeding close-ups?

Well, enough. We have had plenty of rain this year and the weeds love
it. Must go slather myself with mosquito repellant and pull them.  
-- 
Barb Perna
Southcental WI,  Zone 4


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