General Science/Everyday Science MCQs
Topic Notes: General Science/Everyday Science
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- 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
11
Which of his works relates to Persian traditions and New Year?
Answer:
Noroz-nama
*Noroz-nama* describes Persian festivals and cultural practices.
12
Omar Khayyam developed accurate methods for determining:
Answer:
Specific gravity
He devised precise ways of measuring specific gravity of substances.
13
He also contributed to:
Answer:
Astronomy and mathematics
He worked extensively in algebra, astronomy, and analytical geometry.
14
His famous poetry collection is called:
Answer:
Rubaiyat
His *Rubaiyat* contains quatrains reflecting philosophy and Sufism.
15
Which calendar did Omar Khayyam introduce?
Answer:
Jalali Calendar
The Jalali calendar was highly accurate, with an error of one day in 3770 years.
16
Omar Khayyam classified and solved:
Answer:
Thirteen forms of cubic equations
He recognized and solved 13 distinct types of cubic equations.
17
He was the first to prove the:
Answer:
Binomial theorem
He provided proof of the binomial theorem, used in algebra and probability.
18
Omar Khayyam is famous both as a:
Answer:
Poet and Astronomer
He was renowned for his *Rubaiyat* poetry and his astronomical work.
19
Omar Khayyam was born in:
Answer:
Khurasan
He was born in Nishapur, Khurasan, in 1044 A.D.
20
His work influenced which European scientist most?
Answer:
All of the above
His optical theories shaped Renaissance science and inspired European thinkers.
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## **Omar Khayyam (1044–1123 A.D.)**