Which of the following statements reflecting Darwin's theory of evolution is false?
Correct answer: D. All are true.
- A. Genetic variations can be inherited
- B. Members of a population produce more offspring than the environment can support
- C. Accumulation of adaptations leads to speciation
- D. All are true.
Explanation
Given all statements reflect Darwin's theory of evolution as true. Darwin's theory of evolution is described by the following statements: Genetic variations can be inherited. Individuals of one population vary from other populations in many characteristics due to mutation. Those individuals whose inherited characteristics fit them best according to the environment, leave more offspring in the environment comparable to those whose characteristics don't suit them according to the environment. Over a generation of natural selection, favorable adaptations are perpetuated in a species. Accumulation of these favorable changes eventually results in the evolution
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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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