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Darwin's observations supported Lyell's theory of ancient earth because he theorized that geology evolves the same way animals did!
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AnswerCharles Lyell, lawyer and geologist who developed the theory of uniformitarianism in geology is commonly recognised as the one person who had the most profound influence on Darwin. Captain Fitzroy with whom Darwin sailed on his famous voyage on the Beagle, gave Darwin a copy of Lyell's 'Principles of Geology'. It is difficult to say who had the second greatest influence, but certainly his grandfather Erasmus Darwin, who himself wrote on Evolution had a great influence.
James Hutton and Charles Lyell were the two scientists that helped Darwin recognize how old the Earth is.
The book made Darwin think that sense the earth is so old, there would be plenty of time for organisms to change slowly.
evolution.
Lyell became one after Darwin was heavily influenced by his theory about gradual geological processes.
Charles Lyell is well known for inventing the theory of geology. He was originally a British lawyer before writing "Principles of Geology".
Charles Lyell influenced Charles Darwin's development of his evolutionary theory.
Charles Lyell explained this process with his theory of uniformitarianism.
Charles Lyell was born on November 14, 1797.
Charles Lyell was born on November 14, 1797.
Charles Henry Lyell was born in 1875.
Sir Charles Lyell was born on November 14, 1797.
Sir Charles Lyell was born on November 14, 1797.
Sir Charles Lyell died on February 22, 1875 at the age of 77.
Charles Lyell, a geologist and friend of Darwin, encouraged him to publish his first book "On the Origin of Species." Lyell believed in the theory of evolution and saw the potential impact of Darwin's work on the scientific community.