General Science/Everyday Science MCQs
Topic Notes: General Science/Everyday Science
MCQs and preparation resources for competitive exams, covering important concepts, past papers, and detailed explanations.
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
1
Al-Tusi’s legacy lies in:
Answer:
Advancing Islamic astronomy and mathematics
His observatory and mathematical models significantly advanced Islamic and later European science.
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2
His works include treatises on:
Answer:
Algebra, arithmetic, geometry, and philosophy
He authored many treatises on diverse fields of knowledge.
3
Which dynasty did Al-Tusi serve before Hulagu Khan?
Answer:
Seljuk
He initially worked under Seljuk rulers before being taken by Hulagu Khan.
4
Al-Tusi’s planetary models later influenced:
Answer:
Copernicus
His planetary motion theories shaped Copernicus’s heliocentric model.
5
He classified and wrote about:
Answer:
Algebra, geometry, logic, and ethics
His works covered a wide range of fields, from science to philosophy.
6
Which branch of mathematics did Al-Tusi help establish as independent?
Answer:
Trigonometry
He treated trigonometry as a separate mathematical discipline.
7
His most famous astronomical work is known as:
Answer:
Tables of Khan
The planetary tables he prepared at the observatory were called the “Tables of Khan.”
8
Al-Tusi was instrumental in building:
Answer:
Maragha Observatory
He built a major observatory and library in Maragha after Baghdad’s fall.
9
Nasir al-Din al-Tusi lived during which Mongol ruler’s era?
Answer:
Hulagu Khan
He served Hulagu Khan and convinced him to establish the Maragha observatory.
10
Omar Khayyam influenced European science by:
Answer:
His algebraic solutions and calendar system
His mathematics and astronomy later influenced European scientists.
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## **Nasir al-Din al-Tusi (1201–1274 A.D.)**