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Tessellated is an adjective that refers to the arrangement of shapes or patterns to form a continuous surface, such as a mosaic or tiling. The term originates from the Latin word "tessella," which refers to a small square stone or tile.
In the realm of geometry and design, tessellated specifically describes the act of covering an area with shapes that fit together without any gaps or overlaps. These shapes can vary, but they often consist of polygons, such as squares, triangles, or hexagons. When properly tessellated, each shape shares a common side with the adjacent ones, allowing them to fit seamlessly together.
Tessellations can be found in various forms of art, architecture, and mathematics throughout human history. For example, Islamic art frequently features elaborate tessellations in intricate tilework, creating mesmerizing patterns that seemingly extend infinitely. Similarly, the famous Dutch artist M.C. Escher often incorporated tessellated figures in his mind-bending and surreal artworks, subtly challenging our perceptions of reality.
The concept of tessellation extends beyond visual arts, as it also finds applications in fields like computer graphics and molecular biology. In computer graphics, tessellation is used to break down complex shapes into smaller, simpler polygons to create smoother and more realistic 3D models. In molecular biology, scientists use tessellation to analyze and understand the 3D structures of various molecules as they bond and interact.
Overall, the term tessellated captures the essence of a harmonious and repetitive arrangement of shapes, forming a coherent pattern or structure.
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Made up of small squares, checkered.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
The word tessellated comes from the Latin word tessella, which means a small square tile used in making mosaics. The Latin term is derived from the Greek word tessera, meaning a small cube or die. The verb form tessellare in Latin (meaning to form into small squares) gave rise to the English term tessellate.
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