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Transcending the Algebraic Numbers

We move next to the exotic and enigmatic transcendental numbers, which were discovered only in 1844. We return briefly to a consideration of irrationality and the moment of inspiration that led to their discovery by mathematician Joseph Liouville. We even get a glimpse of Professor Burger's original contributions to the field.

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