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Renaissance Maths

In Our Time

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The Renaissance Revival of Greek Geometry

The chapter explores the foundational importance of Greek geometry in Renaissance mathematics, highlighting the significance of eternal shapes and the rigorous logic developed by Euclid. It delves into the concept of discovering eternal shapes like triangles through deductive reasoning, prompting a debate on whether mathematics is invented or discovered. The chapter also discusses the practical applications of geometry during the Renaissance period in fields such as warfare, architecture, and navigation.

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