recursive structures

Recursive structures are systems or patterns where a part of the whole resembles the entire structure, creating a self-similar pattern. Think of a tree: each branch splits into smaller branches that resemble the larger branch. In data, recursion involves a process where a function calls itself to solve a problem by breaking it into smaller, similar problems until reaching a simple, solvable base case. This concept is used in various fields like mathematics, computer science, and nature to efficiently manage complex, layered, or repetitive patterns through self-referential design.