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When did the field of trigonometry emerge?
During the 3rd century BC in the Hellenistic world
What is trigonometry concerned with?
Relationships between angles and ratios of lengths
In what areas has trigonometry been applied throughout history?
Geodesy, surveying, celestial mechanics, and navigation
What did the Greeks focus on in trigonometry?
Calculation of chords
What did the Sumerian astronomers study related to trigonometry?
Angle measure and division of circles into 360 degrees
Explore the historical origins and early developments of trigonometry, from its emergence in the Hellenistic world to the creation of trigonometric tables in India. Learn about the relationships between angles and ratios of lengths that form the foundation of this branch of mathematics.
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