7 Questions
In 500 AD, Aryabhata presented astronomical and mathematical system that took the earth to spin on its axis and considered the motions of the planets with respect to the sun are ______.
elliptical
Brahmagupta – he estimated he ______ of the earth.
circumference
Which two major cities were carefully planned and constructed with square-shaped buildings formed in a grid pattern?
Harappa and Mohenjo-Daron
What material were most buildings in Harappa and Mohenjo-Daron constructed of?
Mud bricks baked in an oven
What did Aryabhata present in 500 AD?
An astronomical and mathematical system
What did Brahmagupta estimate the circumference of?
The Earth
Who was the first Indian to go to outer space?
Rakesh Sharma
Study Notes
Ancient Indian Achievements in Astronomy and Mathematics
- In 500 AD, Aryabhata presented an astronomical and mathematical system that considered the Earth's spin on its axis and the motions of planets with respect to the Sun.
Contributions to Understanding the Earth
- Brahmagupta estimated the circumference of the Earth.
Urban Planning in Ancient India
- The two major cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro were carefully planned and constructed with square-shaped buildings formed in a grid pattern.
Architecture in Ancient India
- Most buildings in Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro were constructed of baked bricks.
Notable Indian Achievements
- Aryabhata presented an astronomical and mathematical system in 500 AD.
- Brahmagupta estimated the circumference of the Earth.
- Rakesh Sharma was the first Indian to go to outer space.
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