Johann Carl Friedrich Gauss (/ ɡaʊs / ⓘ; [2] German: Gauß [kaʁl ˈfʁiːdʁɪç ˈɡaʊs] ⓘ; [3][4] Latin: Carolus Fridericus Gauss; 30 April 1777 – 23 February 1855) was a German mathematician, …

Jun 5, 2025 · Carl Friedrich Gauss, German mathematician, generally regarded as one of the greatest mathematicians of all time for his contributions to number theory, geometry, …

Gauss is a giant among mathematical giants. As a young man he gave a rule-and-compass construction of the 17-gon. He made fundamental contributions to number theory, for which he …

Gauss's work in mathematical physics contributed to potential theory and the development of the principle of conservation of energy. He calculated that the net electric flux through a surface, …

The gauss (symbol: G, sometimes Gs) is a unit of measurement of magnetic induction, also known as magnetic flux density. The unit is part of the Gaussian system of units, which …

Gauss made important contributions to physics and astronomy and pioneered the application of mathematics to gravitation, electricity, and magnetism. He also developed the fields of …

Johann Carl Friedrich Gauss was a German mathematician, astronomer, geodesist, and physicist, who contributed to many fields in mathematics and science. He was ...

At the age of 10, he befriended a teacher's assistant who helped Gauss procure books on mathematics, which they studied together. Gauss began to attract the attention of influential …

Johann Carl Friedrich Gauss ( German: Gauß, Latin: Carolus Fridericus Gauss) (30 April 1777 – 23 February 1855) was a German mathematician and scientist who contributed significantly to …

Gauss’s contributions spanned number theory, algebra, geometry, probability theory, and applied sciences, and his influence continues to resonate in modern mathematics and science.