Hexagonal Collection (page 7)

Memorial pilar on Swami Rock, Tricomalee, Sri Lanka
Swami Rock, Tricomalee, Sri Lanka. Pillar erected in memory of Francina Van Rhede in 1687. She was the daughter of a gentleman of high office in the Dutch service

View of hexagonal crystallization fissures on salt pan, largest salt pan in world, Salar de Uyuni, Altiplano, Andes, Bolivia

Worker honeybees, Apis mellifera filling the hexagonal chambers of a frame with honey made from nectar. The domesticated bee is given a frame with hexagonal foundations

Carbon nanotube space elevator. Conceptual computer artwork of a cylindrical fullerene (carbon nanotube) rising from the ground to Earth orbit as a precursor to a space elevator

Bluebottle fly eye, SEM
Bluebottle fly (Calliphora sp.) eye, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM). Magnification: x4000 when printed at 10 centimetres wide

Carbon nanotube and buckyball, artwork
Carbon nanotube and buckyball. Computer artwork showing the hexagonal carbon structures of a buckyball (yellow) inside a carbon nanotube, or buckytube (grey)

DNA nanotechnology, computer artwork
DNA nanotechnology. Conceptual computer artwork of DNA nanotechnology, showing carbon nanotubes (allotropes of carbon) surrounding a molecule of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid)

Snow crystals. Historical artwork showing the characteristic symmetrical shapes found in snowflakes. The structure of frozen water molecules means that a hexagonal lattice is the only stable

Snowflakes, computer artwork. Snowflakes are symmetrical ice crystals that form in calm air with temperatures near the freezing point of water

Adenovirus structure, artwork
Adenovirus structure. Computer artwork showing the external protein structure of a human adenovirus (HadV) particle. Adenoviruses are the largest viruses not to have a protein coat covering their

Honey in wax honeycomb cells

Honeycomb wax cells

Pollen in wax honeycomb cells

Columnar basalt formation formed by the rapid cooling of lava. Photographed at Brandywine Falls, British Columbia, Canada

Ice, molecular structure
Ice. Molecular model showing the hexagonal structure of ice. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: hydrogen (blue) and oxygen (red). The lattice structure of ice gives it its rigidity

Quartz. The specimen at bottom is in its natural state the other specimens have been polished. Quartz is a form of silica (silicon dioxide). It is colourless and transparent when pure

Sphere packing, computer artwork
Computer artwork of spheres hexagonal close packed in a cube

Nanotube, artwork. Nanotubes are a type of fullerene molecule, a structural form (allotrope) of carbon whose atoms are arranged into interlinking hexagonal and pentagonal rings

Carbon nanotube, artwork
Carbon nanotube. Computer artwork showing the hexagonal carbon structure of a nanotube, or buckytube

Graphene, molecular structure

Skin cell, SEM
Skin cell. Coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM) of a squamous cell on the surface of the skin. This is a flat, keratinised, dead cell

Buckytube bomb, conceptual artwork
Buckytube bomb, conceptual computer artwork. This image of a stick of dynamite inside a buckytube could represent the use of nanotechnology in warfare

Graphene sheets, artwork
Graphene sheets, computer artwork. Graphene a single layer of graphite. It is composed of hexagonally arranged carbon atoms (spheres) linked by strong covalent bonds (rods)

Columnar basalt formation. Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock, which means it forms from the cooling of lava on the surface

Fullerene technology. Computer artwork of spherical and cylindrical fullerenes (buckyballs and carbon nanotubes), illustrating their hexagonal and (in the case of the buckyballs)

Ice, molecular model
Ice. Molecular model showing the hexagonal structure of ice. Atoms are represented as spheres and are colour-coded: hydrogen (white) and oxygen (red)

Hexagonal boron nitride crystal
Boron nitride crystal structure, molecular model. Boron atoms are green, nitrogen atoms are blue. Boron nitride is a compound that shares many properties with elemental carbon

Wurtzite crystal structure, molecular model. Wurtzite is the name for the mineral form of zinc sulphide (ZnS). The unit cell (repeating crystal region) of the crystal is outlined in red

Fullerene molecules. Fullerenes are structural types (allotropes) of carbon. The three molecules at centre are buckminsterfullerenes (buckyballs)

Nanotube technology, artwork
Nanotube technology. Conceptual computer artwork of cylindrical fullerene molecules (carbon nanotubes). The carbon atoms are arranged in a structure consisting of interlinking hexagonal rings

Basalt cliffs and rock stack, Halsenifs Hellir Beach, near Vik i Myrdal, South Iceland, Iceland, Polar Regions

Smiling toddler leaning against a table
A smiling toddler leaning against a hexagonal table with various items on it -- a tin, a bowl, two building bricks and an ashtray. A furry rug is on the floor

Hexagonal workhouse, second floor plan
The second floor layout of the model hexagon (or Y-plan) workhouse design by Sampson Kempthorne, issued by the Poor Law Commissioners

Giants Causeway / Ireland
A west view of the Giants Causeway, County Antrim

Shape of the Earth
A diagram demonstrating how the Earth is definitely round due to the shadow cast across the moon and not triangular square or hexagonal in shape

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"Unveiling the Hexagonal Wonders: From Rolex Precision Watches to Honeycombs and Giants Causeway" Step into a world where precision meets beauty, as we explore the captivating hexagonal wonders that have fascinated mankind throughout history. In 1937, Rolex introduced their iconic precision watches, showcasing intricate craftsmanship with hexagonal patterns that symbolize perfection and elegance. Just like the honey bees (Apis mellifera) meticulously constructing their honeycomb homes in nature's symmetrical marvels. Delving deeper into the enchanting world of honeybees, we discover their fascinating life cycle and witness an expanded cross-section of their mesmerizing honeycomb structures. The interlocking hexagons serve as nature's ingenious design for maximizing storage space while maintaining structural integrity. Venturing further afield, we find ourselves at the Giants Causeway in Northern Ireland – a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its awe-inspiring hexagonal basalt columns. Carved by ancient volcanic activity millions of years ago, these natural formations leave visitors spellbound with their geometric perfection. As twilight descends over County Antrim's northern coast, the Giants Causeway takes on an ethereal glow. Evening sunlight bathes these majestic columns in golden hues, creating a breathtaking spectacle that seems almost otherworldly. But our journey doesn't end there; it leads us to delve into cutting-edge nanotube technology. Carbon nanotubes display remarkable strength and conductivity due to their unique hexagonal lattice structure—a testament to human ingenuity inspired by nature's own designs. From microscopic wonders to grand scales, even Toscanelli's world map from 1474 reveals hints of hexagonality—showcasing how this shape has captivated minds across centuries. So let us celebrate the allure of all things hexagonal—the timeless elegance of Rolex watches, the architectural genius found within bee hives and Giant’s Causeway’s geological masterpiece—and embrace this universal language of symmetry that continues to inspire and fascinate us all.