Kaleidoscope (Symmetry)
This interactive simulator explores Kaleidoscope in Optics & Light. N-fold rotation + optional mirror: one bead etches a symmetric mandala trail. Use the controls to change the scenario; watch the visualization and any graphs or readouts to connect the model with lectures, labs, and homework.
Who it's for: Suited to beginners and first exposure to the topic. Typical context: Optics & Light.
Key terms
- kaleidoscope
- optics
- light
How it works
Symmetry as a visual filter: one wandering stroke becomes a mandala when copied by the dihedral or cyclic group.
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