Which mathematical terms originated from the Arabic mathematician, al-Khwarizmi?
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root
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Find the mathematical terms originated from the Arabic mathematician, al-Khwarizmi.
al-Khwarizmi also known as Muhammad ibn Musa al-Khwarizmi. He was born in c. 780 and died in c. 850.
The Muslim mathematician and astronomer is known for his major work in introducing Hindu-Arabic numerals and the concepts of algebra to European mathematics.
The Latinized versions of his name and of his most famous books title live on in the terms algorithm (root) and algebra.
Hence, the mathematical terms originated from the Arabic mathematician, al-Khwarizmi is algorithm (root) and algebra.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option and .