Earth Science: Crash Course History of Science

The video explores the evolution of Earth sciences, focusing on geology and paleontology. It discusses the transition from qualitative to quantitative methods, the role of mining, and the influence of indigenous knowledge. Theories by Buffon and Cuvier on Earth's history and extinction events are examined, alongside Lyell's uniformitarianism. The concept of deep time and advancements in geological mapping are highlighted, showing how these developments shaped modern Earth sciences.

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