Quick answerCharles Darwin (1809–1882) was an English scientist. Charles Darwin is best known for The theory of evolution by natural selection, On the Origin of Species, The voyage of HMS Beagle and The Descent of Man. Born in Shrewsbury, England. His theory changed how humanity understands life on Earth.
Charles Darwin (1809–1882) was an English naturalist whose theory of evolution by natural selection changed how humanity understands life on Earth. After a five-year voyage around the world aboard HMS Beagle, he spent two decades gathering evidence before publishing On the Origin of Species in 1859.
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| Born | 1809 in Shrewsbury, England |
|---|---|
| Died | 1882 |
| Nationality | English |
| Field | Science |
| Known for | The theory of evolution by natural selection, On the Origin of Species, The voyage of HMS Beagle, The Descent of Man |
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