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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Charles Darwin proposed the theory of evolution by use and disuse
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A True
B False
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

This statement is false. The theory of evolution by 'use and disuse' (inheritance of acquired characteristics) was proposed by Jean-Baptiste Lamarck. Charles Darwin proposed the theory of evolution by natural selection.

Hint

Which scientist is associated with the idea of natural selection, and which with use and disuse?

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