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ERIC Number: EJ1065782
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2015
Pages: 26
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ISSN: ISSN-0020-739X
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A Brief History of the Most Remarkable Numbers "e," "i" and "?" in Mathematical Sciences with Applications
Debnath, Lokenath
International Journal of Mathematical Education in Science and Technology, v46 n6 p853-878 2015
This paper deals with a brief history of the most remarkable Euler numbers "e,"?"i"?and?"?" in mathematical sciences. Included are many properties of the constants "e,"?"i"?and?"?" and their applications in algebra, geometry, physics, chemistry, ecology, business and industry. Special attention is given to the growth and decay phenomena in many real-world problems including stability and instability of their solutions. Some specific and modern applications of logarithms, complex numbers and complex exponential functions to electrical circuits and mechanical systems are presented with examples. Included are the use of complex numbers and complex functions in the description and analysis of chaos and fractals with the aid of modern computer technology. In addition, the phasor method is described with examples of applications in engineering science. The major focus of this paper is to provide basic information through historical approach to mathematics teaching and learning of the fundamental knowledge and skills required for students and teachers at all levels so that they can understand the concepts of mathematics, and mathematics education in science and technology.
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Language: English
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