"Father of Optics" is the title given to__________?
Correct answer: A. Ibn-al-Haitham
- A. Ibn-al-Haitham
- B. Ibn-e-Sina
- C. Al-Kandi
- D. Al-Biruni
Explanation
Ibn al-Haytham, known in the Latin West as Alhazen, is called the Father of Optics because he systematically studied vision, light and reflection. Ibn Sina and Al-Biruni are associated mainly with medicine and broader natural sciences, respectively.
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