Gyroidal

/dʒɪˈrɔɪdəl/ adjective

Definition

Having a spiral, circular, or rotating form; resembling or relating to a gyroid (a type of complex geometric surface).

Etymology

From gyroid (from Greek gyros 'circle') with the adjectival suffix -al. The term gained prominence in mathematics and chemistry during the late 20th century.

Kelly Says

Gyroidal surfaces are some of nature's most efficient designs—soap bubbles and butterfly wings use them because they pack maximum surface area into minimum space!

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