Archimedes' Principle/Historical Note

Historical Note on Archimedes' Principle

Archimedes' Principle was discovered by Archimedes of Syracuse.

Hence he created the science of hydrostatics.


Sources

  • 1992: George F. Simmons: Calculus Gems ... (previous) ... (next): Chapter $\text {A}.5$: Archimedes (ca. $\text {287}$ – $\text {212}$ B.C.)
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