Which scientific findings and theories led Victorians to perceive humanity as less unique and more isolated in the cosmos?

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Advancements in geological scienceThe theory of natural selection and evolutionAstronomical discoveries revealing vast distances between starsAll the aforementioned factors combinedNone of these

Explanation

The fields of geology, evolutionary biology, and astronomy each challenged the Victorian view of humanity's special place in the universe. Geology showed Earth's ancient history, evolution demonstrated humans' biological connections to other species, and astronomy revealed the immense scale of the cosmos. Together, these discoveries made people feel less central and more isolated in the grand scheme.