Charles Darwin
Charles Darwin was a British naturalist, geologist, and biologist, best known for his contributions to the understanding of evolution through his theory of natural selection. His landmark work, 'On the Origin of Species', published in 1859, laid the foundation for the field of evolutionary biology and challenged conventional views of creation and species permanence. Darwin’s observations during his voyage on the HMS Beagle, including the diverse flora and fauna of the Galápagos Islands, profoundly influenced his ideas about adaptation and species evolution. His work has had a lasting impact on science and society, prompting discussions about the relationship between science and religion, and influencing various fields beyond biology, including psychology and sociology.
Born on Feb 12, 1809 (216 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 2 | 8.50 | 0.07% | +0% | 67,886,011 | 44,182 | $2,700,000 | 1,757$ |
| Switzerland | 2 | 9.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 11,276 | $700,000 | 912$ |
| Argentina | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 45,195,774 | 23,663 | $450,000 | 236$ |
| Italy | 1 | 5.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 60,461,826 | 31,263 | $2,000,000 | 1,034$ |
| Spain | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 25,647 | $1,400,000 | 768$ |
| Canada | 1 | 8.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 38,005,238 | 21,280 | $1,700,000 | 952$ |
| Totals | 8 | 266,958,249 | 157,311 | $8,950,000 | 5,659$ |
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United Kingdom:
Charles Darwin suggested that humans learned to speak by mimicking birdsong.
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Canada:
Charles Darwin collected insects at Sheep’s Green in Cambridge.
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Argentina:
Charles Darwin passed through the rural area of Tapalqué in 1831, long before its official founding.
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Spain:
Darwin proposed that tickling is related to atypical contact and suggested that certain body areas are more sensitive due to their lack of frequent touch.
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Italy:
Charles Darwin is referenced as a notable figure in history who experienced gout.
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United Kingdom:
Charles Darwin collected Cyttaria dawinii during the HMS Beagle voyage between 1831 and 1836.
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Switzerland:
Charles Darwin is known for his theory of natural selection and his significant contributions to the field of biology.
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Switzerland:
Charles Darwin is known for his theory of natural selection and his significant contributions to the field of biology.
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Switzerland:
Charles Darwin's legacy was included alongside those of Annemarie Schwarzenbach and Ella Maillart in the UNESCO Memory of the World register.
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Hungary:
Charles Darwin's theory of evolution was followed by Wallace and his colleagues in their research.
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