Which concept, proposed by Charles Lyell, had a profound effect on 19^th century scientific thought? A) recent origins for earth B) the role of catastrophic events in producing geological phenomena C) natural selection D) the immense age of the earth E) the inheritance of acquired characteristics

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Lyell's concept of the immense age of the earth, as proposed in his book "Principles of Geology," had a profound effect on 19th and 20th century scientific thought, particularly in the fields of geology, biology, and anthropology. This concept challenged the prevailing belief in a young earth based on religious teachings, and paved the way for the acceptance of evolutionary theory and the deep time frame required for it to occur.

Which Concept, Proposed by Charles Lyell, Had a Profound Effect