
Imaginary Numbers
In Our Time
The Evolution of Mathematical Understanding in Bologna and Northern Italy
Exploring the historical development of mathematics in Bologna and Northern Italy, focusing on mathematicians like Cardano and Bombelli. The chapter highlights the challenges and breakthroughs in solving equations with complex numbers, particularly the acceptance of imaginary numbers in mathematical solutions.
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