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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question

Question

Which ancient philosopher proposed that the father's semen provides vital motion while the mother provides inert matter?
Options
A Hippocrates
B Pythagoras
C Aristotle
Correct Answer
D Maupertuis
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Aristotle (350 BC) posited that the father's semen vitalizes and gives motion to new life, whereas the mother furnishes inert building matter.

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