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BIO 201 Genetics 1 Objective Question
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Caspar Friedrich Wolff (1738–1794) disproved the Preformation Theory by demonstrating what concept?
Options
A Tissues and organs develop progressively de novo due to a vital force
Correct Answer
B Gemmules travel from somatic tissues directly into the germline
C Chromosomes undergo meiotic reduction during gametogenesis
D Inherited traits are transferred entirely through cytoplasm
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Wolff disproved preformation by showing that embryonic organs and tissues develop progressively from previously undifferentiated structures.

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Question Info

Course: BIO 201
Topic: Genetics 1
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 266 of 285
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