Calculating Pi: Archimedes

Archimedes, a pioneer in applied mathematics, focused on the circle to approximate π, the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. While ancient civilizations like the Egyptians had rough estimates of π, Archimedes developed a more precise method by inscribing and circumscribing polygons around a circle. By increasing the number of polygon sides, he achieved a highly accurate approximation of π, realizing its infinite decimal nature. His work laid the foundation for future mathematical discoveries.

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