Archimedes
Ancient Greece Mathematics
Biography
Ancient Greek mathematician, physicist, engineer, inventor, and astronomer. One of the leading scientists in classical antiquity.
Life Dates
Born: June 17, 287 BCE
Died: January 1, 212 BCE
Notable Quotes
"Give me a lever long enough and a fulcrum on which to place it, and I shall move the world."
"Eureka! I have found it!"
"The shortest distance between two points is a straight line."
"Mathematics reveals its secrets only to those who approach it with pure love."
"Do not disturb my circles."