How Did Jane Goodall Changed Science

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“ Every individual matters. Every individual has a role in to play. Every individual makes a difference”. Jane Goodall is one of the most inspiring scientists of the 20 and 21st century. The early life of this scientist, as well as her discoveries, and how she changed science have contributed to her popularity within the scientific community, as well as the world.
The upbringing and education of Jane Goodall was quite normal nothing too crazy. Jane Goodall was born April 3rd, 1934 in London England. Jane is the oldest of two sisters. She studied to go to film school. She also worked as a waitress, secretary, and assistant to save up to go to Africa. When she was young her mom gave her a lifelike stuffed chimp toy, and that is how her love and

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