The Pattern in Bubbles and Deep-Sea IceA universal blueprint for saving energy and space.
From the show
Nature's Hidden BlueprintDiscover a single, optimal structure that connects the world of foam to the crystal cages trapping gas under the ocean. The Weaire-Phelan pattern is a surprisingly universal solution for efficiently filling space, appearing in everything from metallic alloys to biological tissues. It's nature's preferred way to pack things tightly, minimizing energy and surface area.
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