Many crucial systems such as algebra, the Arabic numerals, and also the concept of the zero (vital to the advancement of mathematics), were transmitted to medieval Europe from Islam. Sophisticated instruments which were to make possible the European voyages of discovery were developed, including the astrolabe, the quadrant and good navigational maps.
Muchos sistemas de importancia decisiva como el algebra, la numeracion arabiga y el concepto del cero (vital para el progreso de las matematicas) fueron transmitidos a la Europa medieval a traves del Islam. Se desarrollaron asimismo isntrumentos tan sofisticados como el astrolabio, la brujula y buenos mapas de navegacion, que hicieron posible los viajes europeos de descubrimientos de nuevas tierras.