In math, the Sumerians devised a number system based on 60 using combination’s of 6 and 10 for practical solutions. In astronomy, the Sumerians made use of units of 60 and charted the constellations. They based their calendar on twelve lunar months and brought it into harmony with the solar year by adding an extra month from time to time.

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