Arthur Cayley
1821 - 1895
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Biography
Arthur Cayley (1821-1895) was a British mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of algebra and geometry. Known as one of the founders of modern algebra, Cayley played a key role in establishing the theory of matrices, group theory, and invariant theory. He also made important advances in the study of n-dimensional geometry. Cayley's work has had a lasting impact on mathematics and his theorems are still widely studied and utilized today.
Famous Quotes (5)
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A right line is a straight line which lies evenly with the points on itself.
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Algebra is the metaphysics of arithmetic.
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An equation means nothing to me unless it expresses a thought of God.
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Mathematics is the class of subjects where you never know what is going to be taught next nor what it is going to be about.
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Analytical geometry has always been able to view with the most perfect indifference the work of Descartes.