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Zero - Book Summary

20 Minute Books

CHAPTER

The Revolutionary Journey of Zero: From Concept to Cornerstone

This chapter delves into the historical significance of zero, tracing its evolution from ancient Babylon through philosophical debates to its acceptance in Eastern civilizations. It highlights the crucial role zero played in advancing mathematics, particularly how Indian and Arabic scholars transformed numerical concepts through its inclusion.

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