1. Arab Scholar Contributions

2. 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

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

4. 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.

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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.