Description: (German Geologist, Mineralogist, and Paleontologist Known for His Research on Jurassic-Age Rocks)
Friedrich August von Quenstedt was a respected German geologist, mineralogist, and paleontologist who made significant contributions to the study of the Jurassic Period in the Swabian region of Germany. He played a vital role in defining the stratigraphic sequence of rocks and fossils from this period. Von Quenstedt's work was highly esteemed, leading to the naming of five genera and a mineral, quenstedtite, in recognition of his contributions. He was a dedicated educator at the University of Tübingen, influencing many aspiring geologists and paleontologists.