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1. Arabic

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   Mathematical and Alchemical Influence
   The introduction of Hindu-Arabic numerals to the West, largely mediated through translations conducted in centers like Baghdad and Toledo, revolutionized European mathematics. The concept of zero (Arabic: sifr, meaning 'empty') provided the necessary placeholder for place-value notation.
   A lesser-known contribution is the [alchemical](/entries/alch…