Which Arab scientist could be given the credit of christening the math

Which Arab scientist could be given the credit of christening the mathematical discipline of algorithm?

Al-Khwarizmi

Ibn al-Haytham

Ibn Rushd

Ibn Sina

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UPSC CDS-1 – 2019

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The word “algorithm” is derived from the Latinized name of the 9th-century Persian mathematician, astronomer, and geographer Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi (c. 780–850 AD). His book on Hindu-Arabic numerals, translated into Latin in the 12th century, was titled “Algorismi de numero Indorum” (Algorismi on the Hindu Art of Reckoning). “Algorismi” refers to al-Khwarizmi, and the term “algorithm” evolved from his name in connection with the rules he provided for arithmetic using decimal numbers.

– The term “algorithm” originates from the name of the mathematician al-Khwarizmi.
– His work on arithmetic using Hindu-Arabic numerals was influential in Europe.

– Ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen) was a prominent Arab physicist and mathematician known for his contributions to optics.
– Ibn Rushd (Averroes) was an Andalusian polymath known for his work in philosophy and medicine.
– Ibn Sina (Avicenna) was a Persian polymath known for his work in medicine and philosophy.

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