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Renaissance Maths

In Our Time

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Evolution of Mathematics in Understanding Change

The chapter explores the significance and evolution of geometry and mathematics in the early 17th century, focusing on the emergence of new mathematical ideas such as calculus. It discusses the contrasting views of Leibniz and Newton on the fundamental nature of the world and how their dispute shaped the development of calculus. The chapter also highlights the shift in perception of mathematicians towards a more academic image and the transition from geometry to algebra as the predominant language of mathematics.

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