Antonio Stoppani
Italian geologist and scholar of geology
Born
August 24th, 1824
201 years ago
Died
1891
134 years ago — 67 years old
Category
Scientists & Innovators
Country
Italy
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Contributions to geology included the establishment of the discipline in Italy. Authored significant works, particularly 'Il Bel Paese', which linked geological formations to Italy's physical geography. Involved in academic circles, fostering geological studies and education. Played a role in the development of geological maps in Italy, aiding scientific research and understanding of the region's geological history.
Authored 'Il Bel Paese'
Contributed to geological mapping in Italy
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