an Egyptian polymath (born in Iraq) whose research in geometry and optics was influential into the 17th century; established experiments as the norm of proof in physics (died in 1040)
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Learn about the history of the Middle East with this list of essential vocabulary. Explore the geography and politics of the region, as well as its three major religions, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity.
Learn about the history of the Middle East with this list of essential vocabulary. Explore the geography and politics of the region, as well as its three major religions, Islam, Judaism, and Christianity.