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both seem to be about geometry. why the distinction? I mean which preceded the other? Why is algebraic geometry more popular?

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    This question is too broad. There are plenty of ways to get a basic understanding using Google.2011-08-18
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    Algebraic geometry has many more applications.2011-08-18
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    Is this second comment for real? I hope it is just a joke.2011-08-18
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    I 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

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