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    Charles, Robert, Darwin (1809©¤1882), also translated as Darwin, was a British biologist and naturalist.  ¡ùr />

    Darwin was famous for his early geological research, and later provided scientific evidence that all biological species evolved from a few common ancestors after a long process of natural selection.

    In 1930, Darwin's theory became the main explanation of the mechanism of evolution and the basis of modern evolutionary thought. It provides a scientifically consistent and reasonable explanation of biological diversity and is the cornerstone of today's biology.

    While studying medicine at the University of Edinburgh, Darwin gradually became interested in natural history.  He later went to Cambridge University to study theology.

    Darwin became a geologist after participating in the five-year voyage of the Beagle.  He made observations and developed theories to support the uniformitarian ideas of Charles Lyell.

    After returning to England, he published "The Voyage of the Beagle", making him a famous author.  Puzzled by the geographical distribution of the organisms and fossils he saw during his voyage, Darwin began to study species transitions and in 1838 came up with his theory of natural selection.

    Since such ideas were considered heretical at the time, Darwin initially revealed these ideas only to close friends and continued further research to cope with possible opposition.

    In 1858, Wallace sent him a paper containing a similar theory, prompting Darwin to decide to publish the theory with him.

    The publication of "On the Origin of Species" in 1859 made evolution from a common ancestor an important scientific explanation of the diversity of nature.

    Darwin explains human evolution and the role of sexual selection in "The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals" and "The Descent of Man and Sexual Selection".  A series of books were also published on the study of plants, and in the last of these, Darwin discussed the influence of earthworms on soil.

    In recognition of his outstanding achievements.  After Darwin's death, he was buried next to the tombs of Newton, John and Herschel in Westminster Abbey, London, England.

    Darwin was first educated at home, under the supervision of his sister Caroline.  When he was alone, he often lingered in his father's library, keen on observing the surrounding animals and plants, and sometimes went fishing by the river.

    He once hiked with friends in the Welsh mountains and began recording his observations of local birds in his diary.  In his sophomore year, he enrolled in obstetrics, physics experiments and natural history.

    The professor of natural history at that time was Robert Jameson, who insisted on water formation in geology. Darwin had determined not to read a book on geology at that time.

    In 1826, Darwin applied to join the Plinian Society.  William Brown, one of the presidents of the association, was his introducer, and he officially joined the association the next week together with William Grigg.

    Brown, Grieg and others not only hold radical scientism and anti-clerical views, but also believe that there is no essential difference in the brain functions of lower animals and humans.

    In 1827, Darwin filled his notebooks with observations about these marine invertebrates, the first of which was published by the Werner Natural History Society.  Delivered an address at a meeting of the Plinian Society.  Announced that he had discovered that the larvae of the algae bugs could swim and that the black objects on the oyster shells were leech eggs.

    Grant often expressed his admiration for Lamarck to Darwin, believing that animals are structurally connected to each other and that the origins of animals and plants should be traced back to algae and hydra.

    Jameson gave students practical classes at the museum three times a week, explaining various exhibits including minerals. Darwin learned the knowledge of the ordering of rock formations in class.

    He often visits museums, browsing and making bird specimens.  Duncan's medical class introduced the natural system of the Swiss botanist Augustine de Cando.  It emphasizes competition between species.

    Darwin's distaste for medicine continued to grow, and he continued to write home to inquire about the situation, and eventually left school without receiving a degree.

    I studied Bishop Pearson's "Explanation of Faith", "Proof of Christianity" and some other religious works.  Admitted as a self-funded student at Christ's College.  In the following time, he devoted himself to reviewing classical culture.  At the beginning of 1828, he and his brother went to Cambridge together.

    After the semester started, he had no place to stay at Christ's College, so he had to stay at the home of a tobacconist on Sydney Street.  He was in the company of some people who studied hard, and from the beginning he swore an oath to abide by all laws and customs.  Love this university steadfastly and defend it under any circumstances.

    The senior superintendents there, Adam and Sedgwick, are vice presidents of the Geological Society of London.  Engaged in the study of sedimentary rocks.  He developed hobbies such as listening to music and visiting museums, and also joined a group called the Gluttonous Club.

    This group is passionateDarwin wasted a lot of time with the inclusion of eagles, herons, owls, etc. in the menu, as well as a large number of recreational activities.

    The search for beetles swept the country, and Darwin joined in.  Annual hunts were made for small animals at Woodhouse and Meir, and some rare insects were identified based on the works of Lamarck and George Samyer.

    In addition, he can also consult some well-known naturalists.

    I spent my time hiking, boating, and fishing.

    After returning to Cambridge, he lost interest in the Holy Spirit and studies, and often interacted with old Price, a classmate of Shrewsbury and Cambridge tutor. Price's ability to accurately identify plants greatly impressed Darwin.

    The locals hired to collect beetles often irritated him, and his relationship with Fox became increasingly distant.  Darwin attended some wild parties and drunkenly read Edward Gibbon's Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire.

    There were also riots against the superintendent at the school, and Darwin cheered for the rioting students.

    Professor Henslow led his students on a trip to collect plants, and Darwin continued to be busy hunting insects.  Radicals Richard Carlyle and Robert Taylor published a letter of challenge inviting Cambridge administrators and ministers to discuss the merits and faults of Christianity.

    ?According to them, about 50 young college students were shaken in their faith.  Darwin was among them, but prepared to repent, later referring to Taylor as the devil's priest.

    During the summer vacation, he collected beetles in and around his hometown. In mid-June, he fell ill for half a month.  Stephen's "Insect Blood Illustrated Book" was printed, and Darwin was included in the list of captors.

    I took the time to quickly read Samuel Richardson's novel "Clarissa".  James McIntosh told him that brain function could be changed by education.  Therefore, it is not innate and cannot be reflected by the shape of the head.  Darwin agreed and gave up his belief in phrenology.

    Get ready for the exam.  The exam draws on content from the classical works, the New Testament, and William Parley's Evidence of Christianity.

    In Parley¡¯s discussion, there is the idea of ??a future state with clear rewards and punishments, which gives order to chaos and integrates the moral world with the natural world.

    Darwin formed a close friendship with Professor Henslow, and the two often walked together.  Together with some other students, he went to Gamlingey, Botisham and other places to collect flora and fauna, and Henslow soon discovered that he was a promising talent.

    I studied Alexander von Humboldt's "Travel in South America" ??and William Herschel's "Introduction to the Study of Natural Philosophy", determined to make my smallest contribution in building a noble palace of natural sciences.  .

    He wanted to visit Tenerife like Humboldt and asked about the sailing schedule and fares to the Canary Islands.  Adam Sedgwick came to Mount Manor to take Darwin on an adventure in the mountains of northern Wales.

    During this trip, Darwin learned a lot about geology, and the first goniometer he bought came in handy.  A group of people found many animal bones in caves along the Elwe River, but the search for fossils on the way to the coast was fruitless.

    During the journey, Darwin had a conflict with Sedgwick when he unfoundedly accused the waiter of stealing, and he began to explore alone.  After returning to his hometown, he received a letter from Henslowe and Peacock, which contained a ticket for a round-the-world voyage.

    "The Journey of the Beagle"

    It turned out that the Navy was looking for a partner for Captain Robert Fitzroy to conduct an expedition to the coast of South America.

    Henslow believed that Darwin was the person they were looking for. He was not only a young gentleman, but also had basic natural history literacy.

    When the Beagle was officially launched, Darwin was not used to it and reacted very strongly to seasickness.  Another storm occurred in the evening, and Fitzroy was forced to order a return voyage.

    Darwin returned to the harbor to prepare his voyage diary, studied mathematics, Spanish and German, and read natural history books.

    We went out to sea again, but ran aground at low tide. We entered the high seas only half an hour later. We had to return the next day due to a change in wind direction, and the trip was postponed again.

    The Beagle weighed anchor again and headed to the open sea.  The day after they set sail, four crew members were flogged for Christmas mistakes.  After arriving in Madeira, Darwin suffered from severe vomiting and did not go ashore.

    When they arrived in Santa Cruz, an official came to tell them they needed to undergo a 12-day quarantine.  They failed to land and continued south, leaving Tenerife two days later.

    The Beagle arrived in Praia, and Darwin and Fitzroy met with the Portuguese Governor of Cape Verde Islands and the American Consul.  While Fitzroy began his measurements, Darwin went on an excursion with Masters and McCormick.

    He discovered a layer of shells and coral embedded in the rocks about 30 feet above sea level.The formation of ribbons indicates that subsidence has occurred in some places, which is strong proof of Lyell's point of view
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