Antonio Stoppani
Italian geologist (1824-1891) · Italy · On the map · Scientists · Died at 66
Antonio Stoppani was an Italian Catholic priest, patriot, geologist and palaeontologist. He studied the geology of the Italian region and wrote a popular treatise, Il Bel Paese, on geology and natural history.
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About this person
He was among the first to propose a geological epoch dominated by human activities that altered the shape of the land.
Country
Italy
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1824 to 1891 · aged 66
