lattices

A lattice is a pattern made up of interlocking lines or shapes that can form a frame or a three-dimensional structure.

You might see lattices used as decorations for gardens, often to add visual interest to fences or trellises. For example, you could have a beautiful garden with flowers climbing through the intricate patterns of a lattice fence. But lattices aren't just about looks – they're also important in science and engineering. In math, a lattice can be used to describe how things fit together at an atomic level. And in architecture, engineers use lattices to calculate stresses on buildings and bridges. So while you might think of lattices mainly as something pretty to look at, they have many practical applications too.