In which scientific areas did Buckland perform notable work?
Physics and Chemistry
Biology and Zoology
Geology and Paleontology
Astronomy and Astrophysics
Answer
Buckland was a pioneer in geology and paleontology. He was one of the first scientists to recognize that fossils were the remains of ancient animals and plants, and he helped to establish the principles of stratigraphy and paleontology. His work was important in the development of Theory of evolution.
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