Great Muslim Scholars and Scientists
What is Ibn Battuta known for?
- A. A mathematician whose works gave rise to the term 'algebra' and whose name is the root of the word 'algorithm'
- B. The founding scholar of the Shafi'i school of Islamic jurisprudence, regarded as a father of Islamic legal theory
- C. An early chemist widely regarded as a foundational figure in the development of chemistry
- D. A traveler and explorer who documented decades of journeys across the Muslim world in his travelogue, the 'Rihla' ✓
Correct answer
D. A traveler and explorer who documented decades of journeys across the Muslim world in his travelogue, the 'Rihla'
Explanation
'Ibn Battuta' refers to a traveler and explorer who documented decades of journeys across the Muslim world in his travelogue, the 'Rihla'.