What Contribution Did Charles Lyell Make

question 37

Multiple Choice

What contribution did Charles Lyell make?

• A)He found some bird specimens on the Galapagos Islands.
• B)He found some fossils of extinct species.
• C)He suggested that life evolves through physical changes within the life span of an organism.
• D)He provided the first evidence that the Earth is much older than was previously thought.

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Definitions:

Muromachi Landscape

Artworks or scenic views associated with the Muromachi period in Japan, marked by Zen influences and simplicity in design.

Kano Motonobu

A prominent Japanese painter of the Muromachi period, known for his contributions to the Kano school of painting.

Ogata Korin

A Japanese painter and lacquerer from the early Edo Period, renowned for his innovative and decorative art style that influenced the Rinpa school.

Tawaraya Sotatsu

A Japanese artist of the 17th century, known for his contributions to the Rinpa school of painting, characterized by bold outlines and vivid colors.