Question

What positive influence did cope and marsh rivalry have on the field
of paleontology

Answer 1

Answer: it was that they were crazy.

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

their common passion for paleontology and mutual disdain for each other fueled their ambition, ultimately leading to the discovery of over a hundred new species in America. At the same time, their bitter rivalry damaged their reputations and left the two almost penniless at their deaths.