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Question
In his theory of evolution by natural selection, Darwin: a. used evidence from Mendel's experiments b. stated that favourable alleles were passed on c. proposed that particular characteristics suit an organism to its environment d. described the role of DNA
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
Darwin observed that organisms have characteristics that seem to suit them to their environment (adaptations). He proposed that natural selection acts on these variations over time. Mendel's work was not widely known to Darwin, and DNA and alleles were discovered later.
Hint
His key observation was about how organisms are adapted to their surroundings.