James Hutton

question 32

Multiple Choice

James Hutton

• A) extensively studied fossils.
• B) revealed that fossils would provide the history of past life.
• C) created the first scientific classification of plants and animals.
• D) provided geologic evidence necessary for calculating the time span of evolution.

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Definitions:

Ethologists

Scientists who study animal behavior in natural environments.

Language

A system of symbols, signs, sounds, and rules used by humans to communicate thoughts, emotions, and information to others.

Lorenz

Refers to Konrad Lorenz, an Austrian zoologist, ethologist, and ornithologist known for his foundational work in ethology, the study of animal behavior.

Intraspecific Aggression

Aggressive behavior directed towards members of the same species, which can occur for reasons such as competition for resources or mating.