I remember it as an unsolved (unsolvable?) proof... but I am unsure... please remind me what this is all about...
2006-08-03 15:24:18 · 5 answers · asked by Tonks_Fan! 4 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics
Squaring the circle is the problem proposed by ancient geometers of using a finite compass and straightedge construction to make a square with the same area as a given circle. In 1882, the problem was proven to be impossible.
2006-08-03 15:29:05 · answer #1 · answered by godsbakery 2 · 3⤊ 2⤋
"Squaring the circle is the problem proposed by ancient geometers of using a finite compass and straightedge construction to make a square with the same area as a given circle. In 1882, the problem was proven to be impossible. The term quadrature of the circle is synonymous." then go to the site below and enjoy.
2006-08-04 10:45:14 · answer #2 · answered by Edward 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The circle can't be a square. Unless u are doing the circle to the power of 2... Never heard that term though.
2006-08-03 22:29:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's also the architectural problem of putting a round dome on a square building. It gave the ancient Romans lots of problems. It was finally accomplished in Constantinople (Istanbul)--Santa Sophia Cathedral.
By the time of the Renaissance it was well understood, look ata picture of the cathedral in Florence.
2006-08-03 23:27:49 · answer #4 · answered by ronw 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
godsbakery got it right.
What this problem comes down to is if you draw a line(unit length) it is impossible to draw a line that is pi in length
2006-08-04 01:02:43 · answer #5 · answered by PC_Load_Letter 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋