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What did Humboldt's work lead to the introduction of?

  • Concepts of ecology and ideas of environmentalism

  • Concepts of geology and ideas of paleontology

  • Concepts of astronomy and ideas of cosmology

  • Concepts of physics and ideas of chemistry

Answer

Humboldt's work led to the introduction of concepts of ecology and ideas of environmentalism. His holistic perception of the universe as one interacting entity was groundbreaking and has influenced modern environmental thought.
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