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    What year did Alexander Von Humboldt die?

    • 1859
    • 1880
    • 1845
    • 1890
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Alexander von Humboldt was a Prussian polymath, geographer, naturalist, explorer, and influential proponent of Romantic philosophy and science. Humboldt's quantitative work on botanical geography laid the foundation for the field of biogeography. Humboldt's advocacy of long-term systematic geophysical measurement laid the foundation for modern geomagnetic and meteorological monitoring. He lived through the eighteenth and nineteenth century. Alexander Von was a main with unpopular private life.

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  • 2. 
    What was Alexander Von Humboldt field of study? - ProProfs

    What was Alexander Von Humboldt field of study?

    • Physics

    • Chemistry

    • Geography

    • Philosophy

    Correct Answer
    A. Geography
    Explanation
    Alexander von Humboldt's field of study was geography. He was a renowned German geographer, naturalist, and explorer who made significant contributions to the field of geography. He conducted extensive scientific expeditions, especially in South America, and his works focused on mapping and understanding the physical and cultural aspects of the Earth's geography. His research and writings greatly influenced the development of modern geography as a scientific discipline.

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  • 3. 
    Which country was the first to be visited by Alexander Von Humboldt? - ProProfs

    Which country was the first to be visited by Alexander Von Humboldt?

    • France

    • Russia

    • Cuba

    • Peru

    Correct Answer
    A. France
    Explanation
    Alexander Von Humboldt, a renowned explorer and naturalist, was born in Prussia (now Germany) and embarked on numerous expeditions throughout his lifetime. One of his most notable journeys was his visit to France, where he spent a significant amount of time studying and conducting scientific research. Humboldt's visit to France marked the beginning of his extensive travels and laid the foundation for his future expeditions to other parts of the world. Therefore, France was the first country to be visited by Alexander Von Humboldt.

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  • 4. 
    What year did Alexander Von Humboldt graduated? - ProProfs

    What year did Alexander Von Humboldt graduated?

    • 1795

    • 1792

    • 1800

    • 1802

    Correct Answer
    A. 1792
    Explanation
    Alexander Von Humboldt graduated in the year 1792.

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  • 5. 
    What year did Alexander father die? - ProProfs

    What year did Alexander father die?

    • 1779

    • 1790

    • 1789

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. 1779
  • 6. 
    What is the name of Alexander’s full brother? - ProProfs

    What is the name of Alexander’s full brother?

    • Georg

    • Wilhelm

    • Darwin

    • Ludwig

    Correct Answer
    A. Wilhelm
    Explanation
    Wilhelm is the correct answer because it is the name of Alexander's full brother.

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  • 7. 
    What year did Alexander Von Humboldt became an orphan? - ProProfs

    What year did Alexander Von Humboldt became an orphan?

    • 1796

    • 1801

    • 1800

    • 1780

    Correct Answer
    A. 1796
    Explanation
    Alexander Von Humboldt became an orphan in the year 1796.

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  • 8. 
    What was the name of the first University attended by Alexander von Humboldt? - ProProfs

    What was the name of the first University attended by Alexander von Humboldt?

    • University of Berlin

    • University of Gottingen

    • University of Frankfurt

    • None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. University of Frankfurt
    Explanation
    Alexander von Humboldt attended the University of Frankfurt.

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  • 9. 
    What was Alexander first field of study? - ProProfs

    What was Alexander first field of study?

    • Geography

    • Chemistry

    • Philosophy

    • Finance

    Correct Answer
    A. Finance
    Explanation
    Alexander's first field of study was finance.

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  • 10. 
    Alexander von Humboldt travelled out of Germany for the first time in what year? - ProProfs

    Alexander von Humboldt travelled out of Germany for the first time in what year?

    • 1796

    • 1799

    • 1800

    • 1802

    Correct Answer
    A. 1799
    Explanation
    In 1799, Alexander von Humboldt travelled out of Germany for the first time. This suggests that prior to this year, he had not ventured outside of his home country.

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