Category: Visual Math
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Every Important Math Constant Explained
Every Mathematical Constant Explained Pi (π) Pi is a fundamental mathematical constant that represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. It was first calculated by the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes of Syracuse, who was also a physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer. The Greek letter π is the first letter of the Greek read more
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Every unsolved problem in mathematics
Notable Conjectures and Unsolved Problems in Mathematics Table of Contents Toggle Casas-Alvero Conjecture Riemann Hypothesis Navier–Stokes Existence and Smoothness Jacobian Conjecture Erdős–Oler Conjecture Gauss Circle Problem Kissing Number Problem Unequal Circle Packing Sendov’s Conjecture Tripod Packing Thomson Problem Levi–Hadwiger Conjecture Heesch Problem Kalai’s 3d Conjecture Casas-Alvero Conjecture If an integer k can be expressed as read more
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Every Forbidden Operation in Math Explained
Ever wondered why you cannot take the logarithm of zero? We are diving into every forbidden math operation that just does not play by the rules. Division by Zero Division by zero is an operation for which you cannot find an answer, so it is disallowed. The word division means splitting up a number into read more
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Zeno’s Dichotomy Paradox Explained – Is Motion Impossible?
Imagine you are about to clap your hands. But think about what has to happen first. Your right hand has to travel half the distance to your left. Then half of what remains. Then half again. And again. And again. This is an infinite number of steps. And infinity is not just “a lot.” Here, read more
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Every Weird Math Paradox Explained
The Weirdest Mathematical Paradoxes That Challenge Logic, Intuition, and Reality Let’s explore some of the weirdest mathematical paradoxes that challenge logic, intuition, and even reality itself. From ancient riddles to modern brainteasers, these paradoxes will leave you wondering how numbers and the universe really work. The Hairy Ball Theorem Imagine a ball covered in hair, read more
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Pi Explained in 30 seconds π
Overview Pi (π) is a fundamental mathematical constant that represents the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter. It was first calculated by the ancient Greek mathematician Archimedes. Origin of the Symbol The Greek letter π (pi) is the first letter of the Greek word perimetros, meaning “circumference.” Discovery Pi was first rigorously calculated read more
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Greatest Math Theories Explained
Fundamental Mathematical Concepts and Theories. Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21iE2XQ9gAUPart 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kesaUCEoPbA Pythagorean Theorem This theorem is about right-angled triangles, which have one angle that is exactly 90°. It states that if you take the lengths of the two shorter sides of the triangle (called the legs) and square them (multiply each by itself), then add those read more
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Every Math Problem that Made Someone Famous (pt. 2)
Thanks for watching! Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWUho_Cmv5s Timestamps:0:00 Leonhard Euler, Euler’s Identity1:15 Rudolf Clausius, Second Law of Thermodynamics2:38 Marie Curie, Law of Radioactive Decay3:55 Daniel Bernoulli, Bernoulli’s Equation4:52 Ludwig Boltzmann, Entropy Equation6:04 James Joule, First Law of Thermodynamics7:09 Georg Ohm, Ohm’s Law8:01 Johannes Kepler, Third Law of Planetary Motion9:15 Gaspard-Gustave Coriolis, Coriolis Force Leonard Euler – read more
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Every Logic Paradox Created by Mathematicians Explained
The Ring of Gyges by Plato The Ring of Gyges is a thought experiment from Plato’s book, The Republic, written in 380 BC. This story tackles what happens to morality when power takes over. The story revolves around a shepherd named Gyges in the kingdom of Lydia. One day, after an earthquake opens up the read more
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