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Haeckel

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: Popular

Definition: Ernst Haeckel was a German biologist, naturalist, and philosopher who made significant contributions to the fields of evolutionary biology, ecology, and embryology. He is most well-known for his concept of recapitulation theory, which suggests that the development of an embryo mirrors the evolutionary history of its species.

Sample Sentence: Haeckel's work on recapitulation theory revolutionized the study of embryology and highlighted the importance of examining developmental stages to understand evolutionary relationships.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Local

Definition: Referring to a specific geolocation in Germany, Haeckel is associated with Haeckel Hill, a popular hiking spot near the town of Wernigerode in the Harz Mountains.

Sample Sentence: We decided to go hiking at Haeckel and enjoy the breathtaking views of the Harz Mountains.

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