Day 168 of 365
June 17
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Mathematics The Invention of Zero
Zero as a number (not just a placeholder) was developed in India around the 5th century CE. This seemingly simple concept revolutionized mathematics, enabling place-value systems, algebra, and calculus. Without zero, modern computers would be impossible.
💡 Did you know?
The word 'zero' comes from the Arabic 'sifr' (empty), which also gave us the word 'cipher'!
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