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Zero

In Our Time

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Transition of Zero from Placeholder to Number in Mathematics

Explore the historical shift of zero from a placeholder to an acknowledged number, and the complexities of integrating it into mathematical algebra. Delve into the fortuitous evolution and cultural significance of zero in the 15th century.

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