The astrolabe was an instrument that had been used by the ancient Greeks to calculate the position of the sun and stars. Muslim astronomers improved the astrolabe around 850 A.D. With the use of the astrolabe, Muslim geographers were able to

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The astrolabe was an instrument that had been used by the ancient Greeks to calculate the position of the sun and stars. Muslim astronomers improved the astrolabe around 850 A.D. With the use of the astrolabe, Muslim geographers were able to
 A. 
create maps of all of Africa and Asia.
 B. 
calculate the size and circumference of the Earth.
 C. 
predict earthquakes and other natural disasters.
 D. 
be the first people to sail around the world.

GPT-4o mini · Answer

The correct answer is **B. calculate the size and circumference of the Earth.** Muslim astronomers made significant advancements in the use of the astrolabe, which allowed them to conduct precise astronomical observations, helping them to better understand the Earth's dimensions and improve navigation.