Islamic Studies/Islamiat MCQs
Topic Notes: Islamic Studies/Islamiat
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Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
161
Which scientific theory explains how physical traits adapt over generations?
Answer:
Evolution
Evolution through natural selection describes how species adapt.
162
Islam historically preserved and transmitted Greek scientific works through translations mainly into:
Answer:
Arabic
Arabic translations of Greek works preserved scientific knowledge during the medieval period.
163
Which modern science deals with the classification of living organisms?
Answer:
Taxonomy
Taxonomy is the scientific discipline of classifying organisms.
164
Which Muslim scholar is known for early works on chemistry (alchemy)?
Answer:
Ibn Khaldun
Jabir ibn Hayyan (Geber) is often called the father of early chemistry.
165
The Qur’an mentions mountains as stabilizers or pegs, which some compare to:
Answer:
Tectonic root theory
Some interpret references to mountains metaphorically consistent with deep ‘roots’ in geology.
166
Which modern field explores the structure of DNA and genetics?
Answer:
Genetics
Genetics studies heredity and the molecular structure of DNA.
167
Al-Khwarizmi is credited with contributions to the development of:
Answer:
Algorithm and algebra
Al-Khwarizmi’s name is the root of the word ‘algorithm’, and he wrote foundational texts on algebra.
168
The Qur’anic description of the night and day alternating is consistent with observations in:
Answer:
Astronomy
The alternation of night and day is a basic astronomical fact.
169
Which modern scientific discipline studies the behavior of matter and energy at very small scales?
Answer:
Quantum physics
Quantum physics examines phenomena at atomic and subatomic levels.
170
Which Muslim polymath wrote extensively on medicine and ethics?
Answer:
Ibn Sina
Ibn Sina’s works included both medical and philosophical/ethical writings.