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What is Alfonso X also known as in relation to his scientific interests?

  • The Biologist

  • The Physicist

  • The Astrologer

  • The Geologist

Answer

Alfonso X was known as The Astrologer, due to his scientific interests. He was a great patron of the arts and sciences, and commissioned the translation of many important works from Arabic into Castilian. He also founded the University of Salamanca, which was one of the first universities in Europe.
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