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The guiding principle of geology is uniformitarianism as established in the writings of Lyell.

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Who wrote the book principles of geology?

The book "Principles of Geology" was written by Charles Lyell. Published in the 1800s, it laid the groundwork for modern geology by proposing the concept of uniformitarianism, which suggests that Earth's geological processes have been consistent over time.


What is the Principles of Geology?

Charles Lyell, an English geologist, published Principles of Geology in the 1830s to expand James Hutton's theory of gradualism into the theory of uniformitarianism, which replaced catastrophism as the favored theory of geologic change.


Are geology a physical science?

Yes, geology is a physical science that deals with the study of the Earth's structure, composition, and processes. It incorporates principles of physics, chemistry, and biology to understand the Earth's history and dynamics. Geologists use these principles to study rocks, minerals, fossils, and natural hazards.


Who were the two men responsible for introducing basic principles of modern geology in the early 1900s?

The two men responsible for introducing basic principles of modern geology in the early 1900s were James Hutton and Charles Lyell. They proposed the theories of uniformitarianism and deep time, revolutionizing the understanding of geological processes and the Earth's history.


What is pure geology?

the application of geology to many fields for example economical geology, petro geology, enviromental geology this is related to the various human activities therefor it is called applied geology.

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