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No Such Thing As A Fish

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The Intricacies of Mathematical Language

This chapter unveils the unique world of mathematical terminology, spotlighting curious terms like 'zenzizenzizenzicked' and their historical roots in the work of Welsh mathematician Robert Recorde. Listeners discover how mathematical language has evolved, exploring Recorde's contributions to notation and his dual role in both mathematics and medicine.

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