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Zero

In Our Time

CHAPTER

The Transformative Power of Zero in Mathematics and Science

This chapter delves into the historical impact of zero in mathematics and science, starting with John Napier's innovative use of setting equations to zero to solve complex problems. It explores how the concept of zero revolutionized fields like algebra, trigonometry, and navigation during the Renaissance period. Additionally, the chapter highlights Newton's groundbreaking insights on zero in calculus and the paradigm shift in astronomical understanding led by the recognition of zero as a key element in advancing scientific thought.

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