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Was Archimedes overrated

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Anonymous

 ∙ 12y ago
Updated: 4/28/2022

If anything hes underrated

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Where did Archimedes live?

Archimedes lived in Syracuse, (Sara-cuse) Silica, Italy

What is the full name of scientist Archimedes?

The full name of the scientist Archimedes is Archimedes of Syracuse. He was a Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer who made significant contributions to mathematics and physics. Archimedes is best known for his work in geometry, including the calculation of pi, and for his principle of buoyancy known as Archimedes' principle.

Why did an enraged Roman soldier kill Archimedes?

Archimedes was trying to test an experiment to see how to focus light with big iron plates. the Roman came and accidently interfered with the experiment and Archimedes had a go at him. The Roman soldier not recognising or not caring about Archimedes brilliant mind and discoveries killed him on the spot

Did Archimedes conquer the Persian Empire then tried to conquer India?

Archimedes did not conquer anything. He was a scientist, not a general or a politician.

Who was Archimedes' best friend?

Eratosthenes

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