How taking a bath led to Archimedes’ Principle - Mark Salata
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Stories of discovery and invention often begin with a problem that needs solving. Summoned by the king to investigate a suspicious goldsmith, the early Greek mathematician Archimedes stumbles on the principle that would make him famous.
What are some practical applications for Archimedes' Principle. Why do you think it's so important?
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