ok i know that i should know this but i cant find the answer in my book so please help me.
the question is: what were three major contributions of muslim civilization?
2006-11-21 13:46:52 · 3 answers · asked by Emily rose 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ History
Al-Khawarizmi invented Algebra (al Jabr); they invented the symbol for zero and made contributions in the field of mathematics.
http://www.geocities.com/mutmainaa/history/muslim_inventors.html
They also introduced the Crusaders to public baths, which they brought back to the western world, along with carpets and a more refined way of life for the times.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/manchester/content/articles/2006/03/09/1001_muslim_inventions_event_feature.shtml
According to the above sites, they invented gunpowder and soap.
2006-11-21 15:29:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Domesticating the Camel, the Abacus and ............ that's it! Oh, and you can't civilize a Muslim.
2006-11-22 02:37:59 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
they contributed in terms of medicine, our numerical system, much thought, and by being themselves, they taught us to see ourselves, whoever we might be. my own thoughts
2006-11-21 21:53:33 · answer #3 · answered by free thinker 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋