FAQ About Al-Khwarizmi
How did Al-Khwarizmi's work affect modern numeration systems?
Al-Khwarizmi's introduction of the Hindu-Arabic numeral system, which included the decimal system and the concept of zero, was highly influential in moving Western Europe away from using cumbersome Roman numerals. This system forms the basis of the number system used worldwide today, facilitating easier calculations and the development of modern mathematics.
