C8:L1 & L2 Flashcards

(46 cards)

1
Q

is the invisible
architecture of human life—the code that transforms raw data into shared meaning

A

Language

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2
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is more than facts or data—it’s meaning structured for
communication.

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Information

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3
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is the primary medium through which humans share knowledge,
ideas, and information.

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Language

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4
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acts as a bridge between individual thought and collective
understanding, transforming abstract concepts into structured symbols—words,
gestures, or written text—that others can interpret

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Language

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5
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transmits information across time and space.

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Language

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6
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The _____
proposes that the structure and vocabulary
of a language influence how its speakers
perceive and think about the world.

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Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

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7
Q

Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis was Developed by linguists ___ and ____

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Edward Sapir and
Benjamin Lee Whorf

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8
Q

it challenges the
idea that all humans experience reality in
the same way, suggesting instead that
language acts as a lens shaping cognition.

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Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

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9
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two main versions of Sapir-Whorf Hypothesis

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Linguistic determinism;
Linguistic relativity

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_____, the stronger version, posits that language entirely
determines thought, meaning that speakers of different languages experience
reality in fundamentally different ways

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Linguistic determinism

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____, the weaker version, suggests that while language influences
thought, it does not strictly determine it.

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Linguistic relativity

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12
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____has dissolved language barriers.

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Global connectivity

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13
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____reshapes language creation and consumption

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Artificial Intelligence

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14
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The dark side of tech-driven language includes ___ and ___

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misinformation and
homogenization.

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15
Q

field of mathematics is at least____ years older than
current science.

A

two thousand

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16
Q

employed
mathematics to describe natural events long before contemporary
science emerged.

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astronomy

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17
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is the primary means by which we are able to
explain and comprehend the relationships and patterns seen in the
natural world, it has been termed the language of nature

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mathematics

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18
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structures that exhibit self-similarity, meaning their shapes look
similar no matter how much you zoom in or out.

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Fractals

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19
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examples of fractals (2)

20
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These are prevalent in nature, showcasing a fascinating intersection of
mathematics and the natural world.

21
Q

examples of Patterns(2)

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Animal Coats;
Spider Web

22
Q

Patterns on animal coats, like zebra stripes or leopard
spots, follow mathematical principles and often emerge from____ processes

A

reaction-diffusion

23
Q

consists of threads extending outward like the spokes of
wheel.

24
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is a set of numbers where each number is the
sum of the two preceding ones

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Fibonacci Sequence

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This mathematical pattern shows structure and growth in a variety of species.
Fibonacci Sequence
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. Nature uses ___to create efficient, scalable designs
fractals
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examples of fibonacci sequence (2)
sunflowers; pine cones
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____-exhibit the sequence through their seed arrangement. From the center, the seeds spiral ___in designs that maximize the space available for growth.
sunflowers; outward
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the spiral arrangements of their scales match Fibonacci numbers.
Pine Cones
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in pine cones, There are ___counterclockwise spirals and ___clockwise spirals.
five; eight
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The Golden Ratio, symbolized by the Greek letter ____
phi (φ),
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is an irrational number approximately equal to 1.618.
golden ratio
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It represents a unique and aesthetically pleasing proportion where the ratio of the larger part to the smaller part is the same as the ratio of the whole to the larger part.
golden ratio
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This is a mathematical expression of balance and harmony. and appears frequently in nature, art, and architecture, creating forms that are visually appealing and structurally efficient.
golden ratio
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Geometry examples (2)
Beehives; Snowflake
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Beehives use __cells, this shape fits tightly together with no gaps, saving bees time and wax.
hexagonal
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The angles between the hydrogen bonds naturally form a ___-degree arrangement, which results in a ____ (six-sided) pattern
120; hexagonal
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a figure that has two sides that mirror images of one another.
Symmetry
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examples of symmetry (2)
Butterflies; Starfish
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– exhibit bilateral symmetry, with matching left and right sides, a feature that enhances their beauty and helps attract mates.
Butterflies
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– features radial symmetry, which allows it to move effortlessly across ocean floors while maintaining its structure
Starfish
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serves as an elegant and universal language that reveals the hidden structure and beauty of the natural world.
Mathematics
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The ____ demonstrates how life follows predictable numerical patterns, seen in flower petals, pinecones, and even galaxies.
Fibonacci Sequence
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showcase how nature repeats intricate designs at different scales from fern leaves to snowflakes — blending complexity with simplicity.
Fractals
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provide balance, strength, and efficiency, shaping everything from honeycombs and seashells to animal bodies and crystals.
Geometry and Symmetry
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The ____reflects an innate sense of harmony and proportion found in both living beings and cosmic structures
Golden Ratio