Pixel your space - Geometry behind science and art images

All digital images, like the graphics in videogames or those taken by telescopes in space, are made up of many tiny elements called 'pixels'. Through a series of activities and with Paxi's help you will create your own pixel artwork and discover how the number of pixels impacts how well an image represents the original object.

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Keywords: Mathematics, Science, Arts, Pixel, Geometry,

Material: 

• Printed worksheet or to be consulted in the computer
• Ruler and pencils
• Colouring pencils or crayons
• Square paper (0.5 cm) (optional)