Archimedes Area Approximation for x^2

[Feldoh]

I heard that Archimedes proved geometrically that the area under the curve of x^2 is equal to x^3/3. I was just wondering if anyone could give me a link to the proof or try and explain it.

Thanks^^

 

[neutrino]

If you can get hold of a copy, read the intro chapter to Apostol's Calculus Vol.1.

 

[uart]

You might find the following page interesting.

See http://www-history.mcs.st-and.ac.uk/HistTopics/The_rise_of_calculus.html

 

[Feldoh]

If you can get hold of a copy, read the intro chapter to Apostol's Calculus Vol.1.

Turns out I can get a hold of that.

Thanks guys^^