Ancient Greek scholars were the first people to explore pure mathematics, apart form practical problems. The Greeks made important advances by introducing the concept of logical deduction and proof in order to create a systematic theory of mathematics. The Ancient Greeks had a tremendous effects on modern mathematics. For example: the Pythagorean Formula.
Aristotle's thoughts on circles with infinite circumferences:
Math: Ancient History and its Modern Fates:
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