Georges Cuvier: Quick Facts
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| Also Known As | Georges-Léopold-Chrétien-Frédéric-Dagobert, Baron Cuvier |
|---|---|
| Born | August 23, 1769 • Montbéliard • France |
| Died | May 13, 1832 (aged 62) • Paris • France |
| Notable Works | “Le Règne animal distribué d’après son organisation” • “Leçons d’anatomie comparée” |
| Subjects Of Study | animal • catastrophism • fossil • taxonomy |
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