Abu al-Qasim al-Majriti (10th Century) – The Muslim Mathematician & Astronomer, Abu al-Qasim al-Majriti (c. 950–1007 CE) was a renowned Muslim mathematician, astronomer, and chemist from Andalusia (Islamic Spain). His contributions played a significant role in advancing mathematics, algebra, and astronomy during the Golden Age of Islam.
Key Mathematical Contributions:
1. Development of Algebra:
Al-Majriti expanded on Al-Khwarizmi's work in algebra and helped refine arithmetical operations. He contributed to the study of polynomials and equations. 2. Decimal System & Hindu-Arabic Numerals: He helped introduce the decimal system and Hindu-Arabic numerals to Spain, which later influenced Europe. His work contributed to the spread of zero (0) and place value notation. 3. Translations & Commentarie, He translated and improved Greek and Arabic mathematical texts, including those by Ptolemy and Al-Khwarizmi. His commentary on Al-Khwarizmi’s "Algebra" helped in refining mathematical concepts. 4. Astronomical & Mathematical Tables: He improved the Toledo Tables, which were later used by European scholars for astronomical calculations.
Legacy: Al-Majriti’s contributions influenced later scholars, including European mathematicians during the Renaissance. His work helped bridge Islamic and Western mathematical traditions. (((((((((((🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨🚨)))))))) Title: Al-Majriti: The 10th-Century Muslim Mathematician Who Changed History | World Around Me Arsl
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