Rafael Bombelli
Italian mathematician, algebraic pioneer
Born
January 20th, 1526
499 years ago
Died
1572
453 years ago — 46 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
Italy
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Born in Italy in 1526, contributions to mathematics included the development of algebra. Authored 'L Algebra', which laid foundational concepts and operations for complex numbers. Focused on manipulating equations and introduced methods for solving polynomial equations, advancing the discipline significantly during the Renaissance. His work prioritized systematic approaches to calculation, enhancing algebraic procedures and notation.
Authored 'L Algebra' in 1572
Developed rules for operations with complex numbers
Pioneered algebraic notation and equation solving
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