Self-dissimilarity

Self-dissimilarity is a concept in mathematics and fractal geometry that refers to the property of an object being non-identical to a part of itself, or the property of an object that does not appear the same at different scales. This concept is often used in the study of fractals, where self-dissimilarity is a defining characteristic.

Overview

In fractal geometry, a fractal is a shape that is self-similar, meaning it appears the same at any scale. However, not all fractals exhibit perfect self-similarity. Some fractals are self-dissimilar, meaning they do not appear the same at different scales. This property of self-dissimilarity is what gives many fractals their complex and intricate appearance.

Mathematical Description

Mathematically, self-dissimilarity can be described using the concept of dimension. In a self-similar fractal, the dimension is the same at all scales. However, in a self-dissimilar fractal, the dimension can vary depending on the scale at which it is measured. This variation in dimension is what gives self-dissimilar fractals their unique properties.

Applications

Self-dissimilarity has applications in various fields such as computer graphics, physics, and medicine. In computer graphics, self-dissimilar shapes can be used to create complex and realistic textures. In physics, self-dissimilarity can be used to describe the behavior of certain physical systems. In medicine, self-dissimilar patterns can be found in various biological structures and processes.

See Also

• Fractal
• Self-similarity
• Dimension