Abu Rayhan al-Biruni

Who was Abu Rayhan Al Biruni? Biography, breakthroughs, IQ analysis, and intellectual legacy — curated by Geniuses.club's editors. Read more on Geniuses.club.

• Born: 0973-09-05
• Birthplace: Beruni, Uzbekistan

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