fractal Mathematics

fractal Mathematics
fractal Mathematics ['frakt(ə)l]
noun a curve or geometrical figure, each part of which has the same statistical character as the whole.
adjective relating to or of the nature of a fractal or fractals.
Origin
1970s: from Fr., from L. fract-, frangere 'break'.

English new terms dictionary. 2014.

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