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John Mac Culloch

Scottish geologist (1773-1835) · Scientists · Died at 61

John MacCulloch FRS was a Scottish geologist. He was the first geologist to be employed by the government in Britain and is best known for his pioneering texts on geology and for producing the first geological maps of Scotland. He introduced the word "malaria" into the English language.

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Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1773 to 1835 · aged 61