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While the historical record is unclear about precise influences, it seems likely that Thales of Miletus (circa 620-546 BC/BCE) had some impact on the thinking of the apparent discoverer of the Pythagorean Theorem, namely, Pythagoras (circa 570-495). Given the prestige of Thales in his day, along with his own careful research into mathematical theorems, it is reasonable to conclude that Pythagoras was inspired, and perhaps much more, by the mathematical work of Thales.
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What progress of science and mathematics was made during the Hellenistic period?
For math, Pythagoras created the Pythagorean Theorem during that time.
How many things did Ancient Greeks invented and discovered?
The Ancient Greeks discovered and invented tons of things- we don't have an exact number. They also invented things that weren't physical, tangible objects- philosophy, the Socratic Method, and the Pythagorean Theorem, for example.
Why was Thales of Miletus?
While few details are known about Thales of Miletus, a legendary anecdote (or, story) has been told about him through the centuries. One day, the legend runs, being so focused on the skies above him, Thales fell into a well. Those looking on laughed at him and, so the legend goes, drew the conclusion that it is foolish to study higher things if one can't see where one's feet should be placed on the earth.
What is so important about Thales?
Thales of Miletus was a ancient Greek philosopher. He was the first philosopher to reject the mythological explanations the people of the time were giving to natural phenomena, and instead proposed a scientific study of the natural world. He also was a great mathematician with many innovative ideas, especially in the field of geometry. For this reasons he is dubbed "the father of science".
What is Greek contribution to math?
Many Greek Philosphers:Eudemus wrote histories of arithmetic, geomtry and astronmy.Theophrastus contributed to the history of physics.Pappus wrote the Mathematical Collection, which was an account of classical mathematic from Euclid to Ptolemy.Pappus wrote Treasury of Analysis, a collection of the Greek works themselves.Proclus wrote the Commentary, treating Book I of Euclid and contains quotations due to Eudemus.We also use many of their signs, such as Beta and Theta in math today.
Did Pythagoras invent anything?
besides the euphonious theorem, the Pythagorean screw
What did thales do to become famous?
With his Geomentry Famous Thales Theorem
Was the Pythagorean Theorem proven?
Oh yes, the Pythagorean Theorem has been proven.
What shape does the Pythagorean theorem use?
The Pythagorean theorem uses the right triangle.
Who is thales in astronomy?
Thales of Miletus was a pre-Socratic Greek philosopher, and one of the Seven Sages of Greece.Best known for Water is the physis, Thales' theorem and the intercept theorem.
Who had given Basic Proportionality Theorem?
"thales" has given this bpt theorem.
What are the aspects of Pythagoras theorem?
There are 19 various aspects of Pythagoras theorem. Pythagorean Theorem (1) Pythagoras Theorem(2) Pythagorean Theorem (3) Pythagorean Theorem (4) Pythagoras Theorem(5) Pythagorean Theorem(6) Pythagrean Theorem(7) Pythagoras Theorem(8) Pythagorean Theorem (9) Hyppocrates' lunar Minimum Distance Shortest Distance Quadrangular Pyramid (1) Quadrangular Pyramid (2) Origami Two Poles Pythagoras Tree(1) Pythagoras Tree(2) Theorem by Pappus
How do you use a Pythagorean theorem with cube?
You can use pythagorean theorem twice to find the diagonal of a cube
What is the standard form of the pythagorean theorem?
the standard form of the Pythagorean Theorem is :a2 + b2 = c2
What are the types of Pythagorean theorem?
The Pythagorean theorem is a2 + b2 = c2
Which character describes the Pythagorean Theorem in 'The Wizard of Oz'?
When the Scarecrow gets his brains, he recites the Pythagorean Theorem.
What cultures used Pythagorean theorem?
The Greek, Babylonian, Indian, and Chines knew and used the Pythagorean Theorem.
