Question

The marks of former convulsions on every part of the surface of our planet are obvious and striking. The remains of marine animals imbedded in the solid strata are so abundant, that they may be expected to force themselves on the observation of every people who have made some progress in refinement . . ." —Charles Lyell, Principles of Geology (1832) Vol.1 The scientist quoted above attempted to prove what?

Answer 1

The scientist quoted above attempted to prove that:

• It took million of years in the formation of earth.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The quote is from a book named Principles of Geology by Charles Lyell that was published in 1830. In this book, he has discussed about the changes occurred gradually in earth and its climate over a long period.
• As in his quote, he discussed about the movement of earth and then talks about marine animals embedded in the solid strata ( layer of a rock).