Al-Khawarizmi and His Contributions

Al-Khawarizmi and His Contributions

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Mathematics, Geography, History

9th - 12th Grade

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Olivia Brooks

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The video explores the life and contributions of Al-Khawarizmi, a Persian scholar who played a pivotal role in the development of mathematics. Known for his work in algebra and the introduction of Arabic numerals, Al-Khawarizmi's influence extended beyond the Islamic world to Europe, where his ideas were eventually adopted. Despite initial resistance, the Hindu numeral system he championed became the foundation for modern mathematics. The video highlights his legacy and the historical context of his work, emphasizing the importance of his contributions to the mathematical systems we use today.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Al-Khawarizmi's Latin nickname that influenced a modern mathematical term?

Al-Jabr

Algorithmus

Algoritmi

Algebra

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Al-Khawarizmi first appear in historical records?

House of Science

House of Knowledge

House of Learning

House of Wisdom

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the name of the book Al-Khawarizmi compiled correcting Ptolemy's calculations?

The Face of The Earth

The World Atlas

The Geography Book

The Earth and Sky

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What mathematical concept did Al-Khawarizmi refine and codify?

Calculus

Algebra

Trigonometry

Geometry

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What numeral system did Al-Khawarizmi introduce to the world?

Hindu numerals

Arabic numerals

Greek numerals

Roman numerals

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a major advantage of Hindu numerals over Roman numerals?

They used a base 12 system

They were more decorative

They were easier to write

They included the concept of zero

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which mathematician was a key advocate for the use of Arabic numerals in Europe?

Fibonacci

Pythagoras

Archimedes

Euclid

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