PIERRE VARIGNON

BIRTH AND DEATH

Birth: 1/1/1654     Death: 12/23/1722

OCCUPATION

scientist

BIOGRAPHY SUMMARY

Pierre Varignon was a French mathematician. He was educated at the Jesuit College and the University of Caen, where he received his M.A. in 1682. He took Holy Orders the following year.

NOTABLE WORK

Varignon's theorem

WHY THEY MATTER

Pierre Varignon was intellectually unique for his significant contributions to mathematics, particularly in the fields of calculus and mechanics. His pioneering work in these areas helped advance the understanding of fundamental mathematical principles and laid the foundation for future developments in the field. Varignon's ability to combine his mathematical expertise with a deep understanding of physical phenomena set him apart as a groundbreaking thinker in his time.

FAMOUS QUOTE

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