Golden ratio
The golden ratio φ (symbol is the Greek letter "phi" shown at left) is a special number approximately equal to 1.618 It appears many times in geometry, art, architecture and other areas. The Idea Behind It We find the golden ratio when we divide a line into two parts so that: the whole length divided by the long part is also equal to the long part divided by the short part Beauty This rectangle has been made using the Golden Ratio, Looks like a typical frame for a painting, doesn't it? Some artists and architects believe the Golden Ratio makes the most pleasing and beautiful shape. Do you think it is the "most pleasing rectangle"? Maybe you do or don't, that is up to you! Many buildings and artworks have the Golden Ratio in them, such as the Parthenon in Greece, but it is not real...