Direct adoption of the Greek concept by Islam: Ragep, F | Recent measurements from satellites suggest that the Earth is, in fact, slightly pear-shaped |
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Teaching Mathematics and Its Applications |
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Measuring the Universe: Cosmic Dimensions from Aristarchus to Halley | Direct adoption by India: D |
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