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Did Al-Kindi's works have any effect on the development of glass making?

  • Yes

  • No

  • Only in relation to mirrors

  • Only in relation to colored glass

Answer

Al-Kindi's writings on optics and the nature of light contributed to the development of glassmaking. He wrote about the properties of light and how it can be refracted and reflected, and he also developed a theory of color. His work helped to improve the understanding of how glass is made, and it led to the development of new techniques for making glass.
The Trailblazing Mind: Exploring the Legacy of Al-Kindi

The Trailblazing Mind: Exploring the Legacy of Al-Kindi

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