Who was the English surveyor who developed the technique of stratigraphic correlation between regions?
A)William Smith
B)Charles Lyell
C)Alfred Wallace
D)Richard Owen

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William Smith, also known as the "father of English geology," developed the technique of stratigraphic correlation in the early 19th century. He used his knowledge of fossils and the rock layers in different regions of England to create the first geological map of the country, showing the relationships between different rock formations. His work laid the foundation for the development of the principles of stratigraphy and geological dating.

Who Was the English Surveyor Who Developed the Technique of Stratigraphic