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Antoine Laurent de Jussieu is often credited with founding what?

  • Modern horticulture

  • Modern herbology

  • Modern archaeology

  • Modern taxonomy

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Modern taxonomy, the science of classifying living things, finds its roots in the work of Antoine Laurent de Jussieu. His revolutionary system, presented in his book "Genera Plantarum," laid the groundwork for the modern system of classification based on shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships. Jussieu's system significantly advanced our understanding of the diversity of life and paved the way for further advancements in the field of taxonomy.
Blooming Brilliance: Exploring the Legacy of Antoine Laurent de Jussieu

Blooming Brilliance: Exploring the Legacy of Antoine Laurent de Jussieu

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