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Despite this, what fields of study did Heaviside influence significantly?

  • Physics, Mathematics and Telecommunications

  • Astronomy, Poetry and Politics

  • Theology, Philosophy and Law

  • Alsology, Music and Art

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Despite his poor education, Oliver Heaviside significantly influenced the fields of physics, mathematics and telecommunications. Heaviside's contributions to the study of electromagnetism helped to lay the foundations for modern electrical engineering. He also developed several important mathematical techniques, including the Heaviside step function and the operational calculus. In addition, Heaviside's work on telegraphy helped to improve the reliability and efficiency of long-distance communications.
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