Definitions

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  • adjective mathematics Describing a system that is fractal in only one way
  • noun Such a system

Etymologies

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mono- +‎ fractal

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Examples

  • Kindly note that this rather deep question has to do with the “multifractal” as opposed to “monofractal” nature of vertebrate organisms.

    Another unintelligent move - The Panda's Thumb 2007

  • However, it should also be clear to the mathematically minded as pointed out in our paper that most animals are not a single monofractal, as appears to be the case in some simple plants, but are almost certainly multifractal.

    Another unintelligent move - The Panda's Thumb 2007

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