The Hudson Review, July 1st, 2005
1. Symmetry and Periodicity in Nature and Culture
Natural systems, like molecules, cells, organisms, solar systems, stars and galaxies, exhibit stability that persists for a while, and then disperses. Their stability is manifest in geometric forms that are often highly symmetrical, and that express a "low" energetic state in contrast to other more highly excited, unstable possible states of the same system. It is also manifest in the successful accomplishment of functions that allow the system to interact with its environment while maintaining its own integrity. Integrity is once again linked...
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