“[To] explain the phenomena of the mineral kingdom ... systems are usually reduced to two classes, according as they refer to the origin of terrestrial bodies to FIRE or to WATER; and ... their followers have of late been distinguished by the fanciful names of Vulcanists and Neptunists. To the former of these Dr HUTTON belongs much more than to the latter; though, as he employs the agency both of fire and water in his system, he cannot, in strict propriety, be arranged with either.”
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John Playfair (March 10, 1748 - July 20, 1819) was a Scottish scientist known for his significant contributions to geology, mathematics, and philosophy. He was a pioneer in the field of geology and made important contributions to the development of the discipline. more
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