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The book name in which Darwin published the theory of evolution was:

Correct answer: A. The origin of species by means of natural selection

  • A. The origin of species by means of natural selection
  • B. The origin of species
  • C. The evolution of species
  • D. The evolution of species by means of natural selection

Explanation

The book name in which Darwin published the theory of evolution was On the Origin of Species by Means of Natural Selection, or the Preservation of Favored Races in the Struggle for Life. It is commonly referred to as On the Origin of Species or simply Origin. It was first published in 1859 and is considered to be one of the most important books in the history of science.

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Evolution describes heritable change in populations over generations through variation, natural selection and adaptation. Lamarckism explains inheritance of acquired characteristics, while Darwinism explains selection of favourable inherited variations; these historical explanations must not be confused with the modern genetic account of evolutionary change.

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