Vincenzo Viviani

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1. When was Vincenzo Viviani born?April 5, 1622
2. When did Vincenzo Viviani die?September 22, 1703
3. Where was Vincenzo Viviani born?Florence, Italy
4. What is Vincenzo Viviani known for?Contributions to mathematics and science, and his mentorship under Galileo and Torricelli
5. What is the career?Mathematician and Scientist
6. Who was Vincenzo Viviani?Vincenzo Viviani was an Italian mathematician and scientist who lived from 1622 to 1703. He studied under famous scientists like Galileo and Torricelli.

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