9 Amazing Fractals Found in Nature
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Copper Crystals
Macro shot of copper crystal formation
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Fractal geometry is also common in chemistry. The phenomenon is expertly demonstrated by copper crystals, which branch out in all directions like tree limbs. Each "twig" is a new growth point—as it branches out, it develops into solid metallic copper. Because of their arborescent nature and unique reddish-brown color, copper crystals are often grown for art.
of 9
Copper Crystals
Macro shot of copper crystal formation
Xvision / Getty Images
Fractal geometry is also common in chemistry. The phenomenon is expertly demonstrated by copper crystals, which branch out in all directions like tree limbs. Each "twig" is a new growth point—as it branches out, it develops into solid metallic copper. Because of their arborescent nature and unique reddish-brown color, copper crystals are often grown for art.
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07 March 2024
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