both seem to be about geometry. why the distinction? I mean which preceded the other? Why is algebraic geometry more popular?
Whats the difference between arithmetic geometry and algebraic geometry?
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6This question is too broad. There are plenty of ways to get a basic understanding using Google. – 2011-08-18
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1Algebraic geometry has many more applications. – 2011-08-18
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0Is this second comment for real? I hope it is just a joke. – 2011-08-18
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0I never heard the term "arithmetic geometry" until maybe 20 years ago, roughly the time of Wiles' work on Fermat. The term "algebraic geometry" goes back quite a bit farther. – 2011-08-18