James Hutton: Facts & Related Content
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| Born | June 3, 1726 • Edinburgh • Scotland |
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| Died | March 26, 1797 (aged 70) • Edinburgh • Scotland |
| Notable Works | “Theory of the Earth” |
| Subjects Of Study | uniformitarianism |
| Role In | Scottish Enlightenment |
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