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History of geometry

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People use math to study shapes.

EuclidStatueOxford.jpg
EuclidStatueOxford.jpg
They measure how long things are. They can find the size of a circle. This helps us build big things. It is a fun way to see the world. Do you like shapes?

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Table of Geometry, Cyclopaedia, Volume 1.jpg
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Pythagorean.svg
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EuclidStatueOxford.jpg
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Woman teaching geometry.jpg
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