Alexander Goodman More facts for kids
Alexander Goodman More (born September 5, 1830 – died March 22, 1895) was a British naturalist. A naturalist is a scientist who studies nature, especially plants and animals. More was known for his work on the plants and birds of Ireland. He was also a member of important scientific groups like the Royal Society of Edinburgh.
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Early Life and Education
Alexander Goodman More was born in London, England. He went to Rugby School, which is a famous school. In 1850, he started studying at Trinity College, Cambridge. Even though he didn't finish his degree, he stayed at Trinity until 1855. During this time, he met many other scientists who studied plants (botanists) and birds (ornithologists). He spent his time learning about nature, which was his passion.
Contributions to Natural History
Alexander Goodman More made important contributions to the study of nature.
Studying Irish Plants
In 1866, Alexander More worked with another botanist named David Moore. Together, they wrote a book called Contributions towards a Cybele Hibernica. This book was a great record of where different plants grew across Ireland. It helped people understand the "geographical distribution" of plants, meaning where certain types of plants are found.
Working at the Museum
From 1867 to 1887, More worked as the Curator of the Natural History Museum in Dublin. A curator is someone who manages a collection, like the plants and animals in a museum. In this role, he helped organize and care for the museum's collections, making them useful for research and for the public to see.
Recognized by Scientists
In 1887, Alexander More was chosen to be a Fellow of the Royal Society of Edinburgh. This is a special honor given to scientists who have done important work. He was nominated by other well-known scientists, showing how much his work was respected.
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Alexander Goodman More in 1895
