Astronomy and Observational Science
Al-Zarqali
Active 1029–1087
Astronomy and Observational Science
1029–1087
A leading astronomer and instrument maker whose work influenced later astronomy in both the Islamic world and Europe.
Field of Achievement
Medieval Muslim astronomers refined observation, instrument design, and planetary calculation in ways that shaped later astronomy across the Islamic world and Europe.
Al-Zarqali is featured here as part of IMPMS's reader-friendly guide to medieval Muslim contributions in astronomy and observational science.
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