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About James Hutton
James Hutton is described as the father of modern geology due to his contributions to the recognition of the field as a modern science. He improved on the idea that present-day rocks can be used in the study of the history of the earth.
The Scottish geologist, who was also an agriculturist, naturalist, physician and chemical manufacturer, is credited with being an early proponent of uniformitarianism and contributing to the formulation of the anthropic principle.
Family Life
He was born to William Hutton and Sarah Balfour. He had one illegitimate child with a woman named Miss Edington. He was never married.
James Hutton’s Death
He died on March 26, 1797 after suffering from bladder stones for several years.
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F.A.Q. about James Hutton
When is James Hutton's birthday?
James Hutton's birthday is on June 14, 1726.
In how many days is James Hutton's birthday?
James' birthday is in 49 days
How old was James when he/she died?
James Hutton was 70 years old.
When did James Hutton die?
James Hutton died in March 26, 1797.
How old would James Hutton be today?
James Hutton would be 297 years old if he/she was alive today.
Where was James from?
James Hutton was born in Edinburgh.