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The race to identify all living creatures

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Linnaeus and Buffon: Pioneers of Classification

This chapter examines the contributions of Linnaeus and Buffon to the classification of life and their differing approaches to evolution. It highlights Buffon's bold ideas and prolific writings in contrast to Linnaeus's structured methodology and the influence of their beliefs on their scientific legacies.

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