The ancient Egyptians played an important role in creating many principles of modern science. They had made considerable progress in the field of mathematics, astrology and astronomy.
Mathematics: To mark the desired number, the digits from 1 to 9 were used repeatedly and there were different symbols for multiples of 10. For example, there were different indications for 1,10, 100. They had also knowledge of union, subtraction and division. But they were unfamiliar with multiplication.
Astrology and Solar Calendar contribution: The invention of solar calendar was an important contribution of Egyptians. Their year was 365 days, and 12 months and 30 days in the month. They had good knowledge of astronomy. They understood the movement of the planets and constellations and made a map of the sky by accurately plotting the planetary position. Egypt’s astrologers used to study the constellations and used to make predictions.
Chemistry : The Egyptians also made substantial progress in the field of chemistry. They have kept the dead body (Mummy) safe for thousands of years with the help of special type of chemicals. From this, it is known that in the field of chemistry they had made lot of advancement.
Medical Science : The Egyptians also made substantial progress in the field of medical science. They had knowledge of the composition of the human body. They had knowledge of different diseases of the body. The physicians of Egypt studied the functioning of heart, brain, liver, kidney, etc. They knew to check the pulse and measure the temperature.
