Arab Scholar Contributions

Geography Improved the Greek astrolabe Used astrolabe to measure distance around the Earth Confirmed the Earth is round Later discovers would use these contributions to explore new lands

Science Chemistry – First to label substances as animal, vegetable, or mineral. Created new discoveries in the Scientific Revolution Labels are still used today

Use the number systems in our society today. Mathematics Invention of Algebra Borrowed the symbols 0 – 9 from Hindu scholars ad pass on to Europeans – became known as Arabic numerals Algebra lead to formulas of new discovery in the Renaissance, Exploration and Scientific Revolution. Use the number systems in our society today.

Philosophy Instrumental in reintroducing ancient Greek ideas and philosophies to Europe. Many Renaissance thinkers looked to the Ancient Greek and Roman philosophies to bring about changes. EX: Humanism

Medical Blood circulates to and from the heart Diagnosis of certain diseases: smallpox and measles Publishing medical findings New medicines 1st medical schools, pharmacies and hospitals

Arts & Architecture Art included designs with flowers, leaves, stars and beautiful writing Beautiful buildings with porches, fountains and pools Taj Mahal – famous building. Mosques. Minarets. Ceramics, rugs, calligraphy

Well-know works such as The Arabian Nights Literature Well-know works such as The Arabian Nights The character Aladdin Wrote non-religious literature – lead to great works of literature, drama, plays and such during the Renaissance.