ISLAMIC GOLDEN AGE The Islamic Golden Age lasted

ISLAMIC GOLDEN AGE

The Islamic Golden Age lasted between the 8 th and 13 th century. During this period, the Islamic world was ruled by various caliphates (empires ruled by who was believed to be a descendent of Muhammad) and saw rapid development of culture, arts, and education. This golden age saw the Islamic world contribute 10 major achievements to civilization.

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#1: Number System • Islamic scholars borrowed the Indian number system that spread along the Silk Road. • Arabic numbers are done in groups of ten and include the concept of zero.

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#2: Algebra • Developed method to solve difficult math problems, called " Al-Jabar. " • Substitute x , y, and z to solve math problems.

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#3: Chemistry • Islamic scholars were the first to separate compounds. • For example, they discovered that all metals were a mixture of sulfur and mercury, and that gold was a perfect balance of them.

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#4: Navigation • Improved the astrolabe (invented originally by the Greeks) to make it a very reliable tool to determine direction. • Added ways to calculate longitude, latitude, and directions. This helped Muslims find the location of Mecca, and sailors find their destination.

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#5: Banking • Muslim caliphs were among the first to have widespread banks. • Trade grew since they allowed merchants to cash checks at any Islamic banks.

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#6: Education • Islamic scholars translated Greek, Persian, and Indian works into the "House of Wisdom. ” • A major center in modern day Baghdad contained massive libraries open halls for debate, taught multiple languages, and preserved culture for millions.

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#7: Art • Muslims artists used geometric and floral patterns instead of making art of people and animals. • Created a unique style that attracted attention of markets around the world.

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#8: Chess • Indian game that was made very popular by Muslim intellects. • The challenge of the game made it very popular at the House of Wisdom.

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#9: Literature • Poetry is one of greatest Islamic art styles. • Usually sung and kept short. • Arabian Nights is a collection of Arabic folktales about a genie and a magic lamp.

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#10: Architecture • Beautiful mosques built to show respect for Allah and Muhammad. • Used domes, columns, and geometric designs in work.