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Mathematicians

Often, to completely understand the importance of a mathematical theory, it's essential to know about the person who developed it. This category is where all questions about historically significant mathematicians should be asked.

6,570 Questions

How did Apollonius die?

Apollonius' death is a mystery. According to some he fell out of favor with Emperor Severu, who put him on trail and had his hair cut off to eliminate his magical powers. Apollonius simply disappeared from the courtroom never to be seen again.

George boole contribution?

George Boole (1815â??1864) was an English mathematician and a founder of the algebraic tradition in logic, the prototype of what is now called Boolean logic. Boolean logic is now the basis of the modern digital computer.

Different kinds of mathematician?

What are some names of different kinds of Math problems

What were the Contributions of maria agnesi to mathematics?

she constructed the witch of agnesi

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She also published an important mathematical book, Instituzioni analitiche ad uso della gioventù italiana, and was a professor of mathematics at the University of Bologna, the first woman ever to do so. She also wrote an important work on the rights of women to be educated.

There is a link below to an article on her.

What is De Moivre's theorem?

De Moivre's theorem states that (r cis q)n = rn cis nq, where cis x = cos x + i sin x.

What did Archimedes find?

He discovered the method to calculate the volume of a irregular object (rock).

Math trivia for elementary?

1+1=2

2+2=4

Another Contributer

You could ask questions on flashcards to the students like the example given above. There are many sites on the internet which provide good quizzes, tests, and practice questions that I'm sure you're students will enjoy

How is the mobius strip related to religion?

A mobius strip is not directly related to religion. It is simply a mathematical object, with unusual characteristics.

Given that a mobius strip has only one side, some might argue that religion is one-sided! Or, another way to use a mobius strip to illustrate the benefits of religion is that progress enables one to see both sides of a matter, from 'inside' and 'outside'!

The unusual characteristics of mobius strips have been used in many ways by thinkers, philosophers, writers and scientists to help explain different aspects of life, thinking, change, self, otherness, regeneration etc.

However, in whatever way the mobius strip may be used metaphorically, e.g. to illustrate an aspect, or a feature, of religion, ultimately this would only be just an illustration, and an illustration doesn't prove anything!

For those interested in the mobius strip, or want to know more about how it has been used to explain 'metaphysical' matters , the links in 'Related Links' below provide some further information.

What is d'alembert's principle?

the principle that resultant of the external forces and kinetic reaction acting forces is zero

How does Euclid's Formula Work?

Euclid's Formula is a method of generating Pythagorean Triples. A Pythagorean Triple is a set of three positive integers (whole numbers), which satisfy the equation

a2 + b2 = c2. The smallest Pythagorean Triple is 3, 4, 5. Euclid's Formula says this: If you choose two positive integers m and n, with m < n, then the three numbers n2 - m2, 2mn and n2 + m2 form a Pythagorean Triple. For example, if m = 5 and n = 7, n2 - m2 = 49 - 25 = 24, 2mn = 70, and

n2 + m2 = 49 + 25 = 74.

24, 70, 74 is a PT, because 242 + 702 = 742. That's how to use Euclid's Formula. If the question means why does it work, then: (n2 - m2)2 + (2mn)2 = (n4 + m4 - 2n2m2) + (4m2n2) = n4 + m4 + 2n2m2, which is the same thing as (n2 + m2)2 . Two things to note are: The Formula does not generate all possible Triples, and it will generate Primitive Triples (ones with no common factor), only if m and n have no common factor, (except 1).

Why was Pythagoras given credit for the Pythagorean relationship?

The idea of the Pythagorean theorem is very old. It has been used for over 4000 years. However, Pythagoras was the first to actually use it as a mathematical equation in 500 BC. Therefore, he is credited with the discovery.