Which of the following was proposed by Lamarck in his theory?
Correct answer: D. Use and disuse of organs
- A. Overproduction
- B. Struggle for existence
- C. Natural selection
- D. Use and disuse of organs
Explanation
According to Lamarckism, the organs which are used extensively develop themselves in a better way and the organs which are not used, lose their existence.
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About Lamarckism
Lamarckism explains evolution through environmental influence, use and disuse of organs, and the inheritance of acquired characteristics. It differs from Darwinian natural selection because Lamarck proposed that organisms develop useful traits during their lifetime and pass them on, a view not supported by modern genetics.
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