FAQ About Al-Khwarizmi

Al-Khwarizmi's works were translated into Latin during the 12th century and greatly impacted European mathematics. His book on algebra, Latinized as "Algoritmi de numero Indorum," introduced the Indian numeral system to the West, which included the concept of zero, and was instrumental in moving European mathematics away from Roman numerals. His methods and approach laid much of the groundwork for modern mathematical thought.