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= James Dwight Dana
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James Dwight Dana (1813–1895) was an American geologist, mineralogist, and paleontologist known for his extensive contributions to the natural sciences, particularly in the fields of geology and mineralogy. He played a pivotal role in the development of the science of geology in the United States during the 19th century.