Few interesting facts and benefits of chess
1.The chess game is often cited by psychologists as an effective way to improve memory. It also allows the mind to solve complex problems and work through ideas. Some claim that it can increase one’s intelligence. Effects of youth chess lead anywhere in the world chess be introduced in schools, because it has shown to improve children’s grades and other positive effects.
2.Second book that was printed in English was for chess!
3.The word Checkmate comes from Persian word “shah mat” which means the King is dead.
4.Chess can develop concentration, because while playing to focus on one thing and that is how to mate the opponent’s king.
5.Chess and Mathematics are related. You don’t have to be a genius to figure this one out. Chess involves an infinite number of calculations, anything from counting the number of attackers and defenders in the event of a simple exchange to calculating lengthy continuations. And you use your head to calculate, not some little machine..chess helps in facilitating mathematics and logical thinking in children.
6.Chess can be played with your eyes closed, but this skill have the stronger players.The record is set in 1960 in Budapest by Hungarian Janos Flesch, who played 52 opponents simultaneously with closed eyes. He won 31 of 52 games.
7.The longest game in chess tournament lasted 20 hours and 15 minutes and end up a draw.
8.There are more than 1000 varieties of starting the defense / attack of the game that can be learned.
9.Chess is recommend by psychologists for people with Alzheimer’s disease because the brain is use to solve problems throughout the game.
10.Over time, chess among young people helps to develop patience and rationality.
