Essay Planning: The Impact of Al-Khwarizmi on Science and Medicine
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This worksheet guides students through planning an essay on the contributions of Al-Khwarizmi to science and medicine, focusing on algebra and its historical significance.
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Essay Planning: The Impact of Al-Khwarizmi on Science and Medicine
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Essay Planning: The Impact of Al-Khwarizmi on Science and Medicine
Essay Title/Question: How did Al-Khwarizmi’s work in algebra influence science and medicine during and after his time?
Introduction Thesis:
Outline the importance of Al-Khwarizmi's contributions to mathematics and how these impacted scientific and medical progress.
Point 1 with Evidence:
Explain the development of algebra as a mathematical discipline due to Al-Khwarizmi’s work, referencing his book 'Al-Kitab al-Mukhtasar fi Hisab al-Jabr wal-Muqabala'.
Point 2 with Evidence:
Analyse how algebra facilitated advancements in scientific inquiry and medical calculations, such as in pharmacology and astronomy.
Counter-argument:
Outline possible limitations or criticisms of the extent to which algebra directly influenced medical practices or scientific discoveries.
Conclusion:
Summarise the significance of Al-Khwarizmi’s work and its lasting influence on the development of science and medicine.
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- Created
- 1/1/2026
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- 1/1/2026
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