The shape-block method - blocks move along spiral

Step 1

Type in the following code and run it:

clear()
setSpeed(fast)
setPenColor(darkGray)

def shape() {
    circle(10)
}

def block(n: Int) {
    setFillColor(randomColor.fadeOut(0.2))
    shape()
    penUp()
    right(15, n*2)
    penDown()
}

repeatFor(1 to 150) { n =>
    block(n)
}

Q1a In the above design, what’s the shape?

Q1b In the above design, what’s the block? Why does the block command take an input?

Q1c How many times is the block repeated to make the above design?

Explanation

Here’s how designs are made using this method:

• You define a shape.
• You define a block.
  • The block calls the shape, picks the pen up, moves the turtle along a spiral, and then puts the pen down, to be ready to make the next shape.
• You repeat the block the desired number of times to make the pattern.

Exercise

Use the above idea to make a design.