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For K-12 Students · Eigenvectors

Eigenvectors for a population curve

Built for k-12 students learning it in middle or high school. Watch the idea come alive with plain-language steps and everyday examples — perfect for projects and homework. Simulate a population curve live below — adjust the inputs and watch it respond, right in your browser.

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2×2 linear transformation

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A matrix warps the unit circle into an ellipse. Eigenvectors are the special directions that only stretch — never rotate — by their eigenvalue.

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det3.00

trace4.00

λ₁3.00

λ₂1.00

Governing equation

A = [2.0 1.0 1.0 2.0], A v = λ v, det (A - λ I) = 0, λ = 3.00, 1.00

Reading this result: Symmetric matrix (b = c): its eigenvectors meet at right angles, so the ellipse axes line up exactly with the green and pink lines.

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Is this good for k-12 students?: Yes — this version of "Eigenvectors for a population curve" is framed for k-12 students learning it in middle or high school. Watch the idea come alive with plain-language steps and everyday examples — perfect for projects and homework.
Do I need to install anything?: No. It runs in any modern browser, free, with no account required.