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Which theory suggests that organs used more will develop more, while those used less will degenerate?
Which theory suggests that organs used more will develop more, while those used less will degenerate?
- Uniformitarianism
- Principle of Population
- Theory of Use and Disuse (correct)
- Natural Selection
Who proposed the theory that organisms could pass on acquired traits to their offspring?
Who proposed the theory that organisms could pass on acquired traits to their offspring?
- Georges Cuvier
- Charles Lyell
- Jean-Baptiste Lamarck (correct)
- James Hutton
Who amplified the theory of Uniformitarianism, stating that current geological features were created slowly and steadily?
Who amplified the theory of Uniformitarianism, stating that current geological features were created slowly and steadily?
- James Hutton
- Georges Cuvier
- Charles Lyell (correct)
- Georges-Louis Leclerc
Which historical figure's theory failed to conform with modern genetics and was overshadowed by Darwin's theory of natural selection?
Which historical figure's theory failed to conform with modern genetics and was overshadowed by Darwin's theory of natural selection?
Who proposed the 'Principle of Population' stating that resources reproduce slowly but population growth is rapid?
Who proposed the 'Principle of Population' stating that resources reproduce slowly but population growth is rapid?
'Acquired traits can be passed on to offspring' is a concept associated with which scientist?
'Acquired traits can be passed on to offspring' is a concept associated with which scientist?
Who introduced the theory of uniformitarianism through gradualism?
Who introduced the theory of uniformitarianism through gradualism?
Which scientist developed the concept of catastrophism?
Which scientist developed the concept of catastrophism?
What theory suggests that Earth's geological features were shaped by sudden, catastrophic events followed by periods of rest?
What theory suggests that Earth's geological features were shaped by sudden, catastrophic events followed by periods of rest?
Who proposed the early 'inheritance of characteristics'?
Who proposed the early 'inheritance of characteristics'?
Which theory posits that gradual processes run consistently over extended lengths of time?
Which theory posits that gradual processes run consistently over extended lengths of time?
What theory suggests Earth's geological features have been shaped by the same and constant events?
What theory suggests Earth's geological features have been shaped by the same and constant events?
Who independently developed a concept of evolution by natural selection similar to Darwin's?
Who independently developed a concept of evolution by natural selection similar to Darwin's?
Which historical figure's contributions reinforced and expanded Darwin's theory of evolution?
Which historical figure's contributions reinforced and expanded Darwin's theory of evolution?
Who prompted the joint presentation of evolution in 1858 with Darwin?
Who prompted the joint presentation of evolution in 1858 with Darwin?
Which historical figure is NOT typically associated with the development of the theory of evolution?
Which historical figure is NOT typically associated with the development of the theory of evolution?
Who was the key figure in the development of the theory of evolution born in 1809?
Who was the key figure in the development of the theory of evolution born in 1809?
Who among the following individuals is NOT a key figure in the development of evolutionary concept as mentioned in the text?
Who among the following individuals is NOT a key figure in the development of evolutionary concept as mentioned in the text?
Which scientist proposed the idea that species could change over time due to adaptation to their environment?
Which scientist proposed the idea that species could change over time due to adaptation to their environment?
Which scientist's ideas were influential but controversial for those who strictly believed in the religious notion of creation?
Which scientist's ideas were influential but controversial for those who strictly believed in the religious notion of creation?
Who is credited with the concept known as Central Dogma in genetics?
Who is credited with the concept known as Central Dogma in genetics?
What theory did Charles Darwin propose in his book 'On the Origin of Species'?
What theory did Charles Darwin propose in his book 'On the Origin of Species'?
According to Darwin, what happens to organisms that are better adapted to their environment?
According to Darwin, what happens to organisms that are better adapted to their environment?
What is the main process involved in natural selection?
What is the main process involved in natural selection?
Which scientist proposed the idea of 'Survival of the Fittest'?
Which scientist proposed the idea of 'Survival of the Fittest'?
In natural selection, what does nature do regarding traits that work best for the environment?
In natural selection, what does nature do regarding traits that work best for the environment?
What analogy is used to explain natural selection involving birds with different beak shapes and colors?
What analogy is used to explain natural selection involving birds with different beak shapes and colors?
