Bridging Continents Through Mathematics: Ancient China, India, and Europe
Good afternoon!! I hope everyone is well :) Welcome back to another one of my blogs! Isn't it just so much fun here! In this week's class, we were told to watch the second half of the very informative documentary video given to us last week called "History of Mathematics". The second half of this video explores the evolution of mathematics in various civilizations from ancient China, India, and Europe, as it focuses on the accomplishments and influence of mathematics. And of course, here's the link to the video!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2WcbPcGrQZU Ancient China: Practical Mathematics Ancient China boasts a rich mathematical heritage deeply rooted in practical applications. As discussed in the video, the Chinese were pioneers in developing a comprehensive decimal system and made significant strides in algebra. Their mathematical achievements were driven by the need for practical solutions in areas like agriculture, astronomy, and engineering. Chinese mat...