Arthur Holmes
(1890-1965)
Died aged c. 75
Wikidata WikipediaArthur Holmes FRS FRSE (14 January 1890 – 20 September 1965) was an English geologist who made two major contributions to the understanding of geology. He pioneered the use of radiometric dating of minerals, and was the first earth scientist to grasp the mechanical and thermal implications of mantle convection, which led eventually to the acceptance of plate tectonics.
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Arthur Holmes (1890-1965) One of the most important geoscientists of the 20th century and author of 'Principles of Physical Geology'. He lived here in his early years and attended Gateshead Secondary School.
19 Primrose Hill, Low Fell, Gateshead, United Kingdom where they lived