Question

who among the Arab geographer was the first to give an account on the periodic wind?

Answer 1

Since the options have not been given, I am giving a general answer.

The correct answer should be - Al Masudi.

The Arabs had made great contributions in the field of mathematics, physics, and regional geography. The word ‘monsoon’ was derived from a Arabic word ‘mausam’ that means season.

Al-Masudi while on his journey to India had given a detailed description of the Indian monsoons.

Answer 2

Here, I have presented the completion of your question along with options and answer.

Name the First Arabian Geographer to give an account of the periodic wind was_______?

A). Al Masudi

B). Ibne Yunus

C). Al Idrisi

D). Ibne Hawkal.

The correct answer for your question is option (A) – Al Masudi.