Excerpt from The Thirteen Books of Euclid's Elements, Vol. 3: Translated From the Text of Heiberg, With Introduction and Commentary; Books X-XIII and Appendix
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of mathematics, specifically focusing on the groundbreaking work of Euclid and his exploration of irrational numbers. It offers a historical perspective on this significant discovery, attributing it to the Pythagorean school and highlighting the contributions of mathematicians like Theodorus and Theaetetus. The author meticulously examines the evolution of the concept of incommensurability, tracing its development from the Pythagorean theorem to the more general theory of proportions. The book delves into the intricacies of Euclid's classifications of irrational numbers, including binomials, apotomes, and medials, and their connection to quadratic equations. By exploring the historical context and mathematical intricacies of Euclid's work, this book sheds light on a pivotal moment in the history of mathematics. It underscores the profound impact of the discovery of irrational numbers, not only in geometry but also in the broader realm of algebra and number theory. Ultimately, the book reveals how Euclid's insights into incommensurability laid the foundation for a more comprehensive understanding of the nature of numbers and their relationships. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781330231593_0
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