“Which Muslim scientist is noted for discovering the contagious nature of diseases and pulmonary circulation of blood?”

"Ibn al Nafis a 13th-century Muslim scientist is noted for his groundbreaking contributions to medical science. He discovered the pulmonary circulation of blood describing how blood flows from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation a significant advancement over earlier theories. Additionally he identified the contagious nature of diseases such as tuberculosis paving the way for modern epidemiology. His work in anatomy and pathology influenced medical practices across the Islamic world and beyond. Ibn al Nafis’s discoveries remain a cornerstone of medical history highlighting the Islamic Golden Age’s impact on scientific progress."