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प्रश्न
Write a short note on the Contribution of Mesopotamian in the field of science
उत्तर
Contribution of Mesopotamians in the field of science:
The Mesopotamians made great progress in the field of science. They were experts in mathematics, medicines, and astronomy, and were the first to develop algebra and geometry. They also used the figure of 60 for measuring time in hours, minutes, and seconds. They were the first to divide a circle into 360° and the day and night into 12 hours each. They invented a calendar of 12 months with 30 days each.
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