Question 24
The theory of evolution of species by natural selection was given by

(a) Mendel
(b) Darwin
(c) Morgan
(d) Lamarck

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Solution

(b) Darwin

Natural selection is one of the basic mechanisms of evolution, along with mutation, migration, and genetic drift. Darwin's grand idea of evolution by natural selection is relatively simple and effective.

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