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The Code

The Code

TV-G2011•1h 0m•6.7/10
Documentary

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6.7/10(18)

Solve The Code and find a real-life treasure! The Code is a three-part TV series about maths in the world around us, presented by Marcus du Sautoy. Why do bees make hexagonal honeycomb? Who is in charge of the flight of a flock of swallows? How can dozens of wrong answers make a correct one? Join Marcus on an exciting journey to discover The Code!

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Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

July 27, 2011

Last Aired

August 10, 2011

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
Numbers
E1
Numbers
Air date: 2011-07-27
What do the proportions of Chartres Cathedral share with the life cycle of the cicada, with how we hear sound, and with the intricately designed nautilus shell? Du Sautoy investigates their sacred numbers and the power of pi.
Shapes
E2
Shapes
Air date: 2011-08-03
During his trip to the Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, Professor du Sautoy finds a fundamental truth about the universe written into the rocks. A hidden geometric force underpins all nature, from the structure of honeycombs to Pixar movies.
Prediction
E3
Prediction
Air date: 2011-08-10
While so much of life appears random, Du Sautoy shows how it is really governed by the code of chaos, in which small variations can cause vastly different outcomes, often referred to as the "butterfly effect."

Cast

Marcus du Sautoy

Marcus du Sautoy

Himself - Presenter

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