The Spiral

A spiral is a geometric shape that winds around a central point, gradually moving away or closer in a smooth, continuous curve. It appears in nature, art, and engineering, such as in shells, galaxies, and staircases. Spirals can be open, expanding outward, or inward toward a center, following specific mathematical patterns like the logarithmic or Archimedean spiral. Their defining feature is the consistent angle or rate at which they turn, creating a sense of motion and growth. Spirals are fundamental in understanding patterns of growth, movement, and structure in both natural and human-made forms.