Mathematical Visualization Laboratory
Odd integer k=3: 3 petals
• The rose curve r = cos(kθ) creates k petals when k is odd, 2k petals when k is even.
• For rational k = n/d in lowest terms: if both n and d are odd, there are n petals; otherwise, 2n petals.
• Adding offset B creates limaçon-type variations with inner loops when |B| < A.
Integer or fraction (e.g., 3/2, 5/3)