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John Tuzo Wilson was a renowned geologist known for his contributions to the theory of plate tectonics. Born on October 24, 1908, and passing away on April 15, 1993, his research had a profound impact on the development of geology.

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“Beneath all the wealth of detail in a geological map lies an elegant, orderly simplicity.”

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Author:John Tuzo Wilson

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Born: October 24, 1908
Died: April 15, 1993
Known for: Geologist
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