squaring the circle
geometric problem
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Summary
squaring the circle is a mathematical problem[1]. It ranks in the top 5% of mathematical problem entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (4,103 views/month).[2]
Key Facts
- Part of: Mathematical problems of the classical antiquity[3]
- Commons category: Squaring the circle[4]
- Topic's main category: Category:Squaring the circle[5]
- Described by source: Armenian Soviet Encyclopedia, vol. 8[6], Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)[7]
- Maintained by WikiProject: WikiProject Mathematics[8]
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Influence
Things named for squaring the circle include La Quadrature du Net[9], a nonprofit organization[10], in France[11], founded in 2008[12], headquartered in 20th arrondissement of Paris[13].
Why It Matters
squaring the circle has Wikipedia articles in 28 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[14] It is known by 40 alternative names across languages and contexts.[15]
Entities named for it include La Quadrature du Net[9], a nonprofit organization[10], in France[11], founded in 2008[12], headquartered in 20th arrondissement of Paris[13].