Greek Philosophers, Including Aristotle, Developed a Keen Appreciation for the Study

question 25

Multiple Choice

Greek philosophers, including Aristotle, developed a keen appreciation for the study of natural history. Which of the following contributions did Aristotle make that marked the birth of the field of natural history?

• A) distinguishing among 500 species of birds, mammals, and fishes
• B) proposing a taxonomy of nature-a classification system of life
• C) his books, Physics and Natural History of Animals
• D) an evolutionary theory of biology that recognized change over time

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