Eratosthenes and the size of the earth (3rd century B.C.)

Authors

  • AUGUSTO SALINAS Universidad del Desarrollo

Keywords:

Erathostenes, Earth, Greek science, Furlong, Alexandria

Abstract

Erathostene's measurement of the Earth was one of the most remarkable experiments ever made. This paper attempts to five some information about the author and its surprinsingly accurate achievement, as well as commenting his theoretical and technical approach to the problem.

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How to Cite

SALINAS, A. (2021). Eratosthenes and the size of the earth (3rd century B.C.). Revista De Geografía Norte Grande, (29), 143–148. Retrieved from https://ojs.uc.cl/index.php/RGNG/article/view/43313

Issue

No. 29 (2002)

Section

Artículos