Definition:Ellipse/Historical Note
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Historical Note on Ellipse
The word ellipse was provided by Apollonius of Perga, who did considerable work on establishing its properties.
Sources
- 1992: George F. Simmons: Calculus Gems ... (previous) ... (next): Chapter $\text {A}.6$: Apollonius (ca. $\text {262}$ – $\text {190}$ B.C.)