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James Hutton

Scottish geologist, physician, chemical manufacturer, naturalist, and experimental agriculturalist; (1726-1797)

James Hutton was born on June 14, 1726 in Edinburgh, United Kingdom and died on March 26, 1797, aged 70.

Born

June 14, 1726

James Hutton died aged 70.

Died: March 26, 1797

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Birthplace
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Professions
physician, naturalist, industrialist, meteorologist, farmer, geologist
Citizenship
Kingdom of Great Britain

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Zodiac sign
Gemini

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Questions people ask

How old was James Hutton when they died?

James Hutton died aged 70.

When is James Hutton’s birthday?

James Hutton’s recorded birthday is June 14.

Where was James Hutton born?

James Hutton was born in Edinburgh, United Kingdom.

When did James Hutton die?

James Hutton died on March 26, 1797.