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Theory of pangenesis was given by

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Darwin
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Lamarck
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Hugo de Vries
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Oparin
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Solution

The correct option is A Darwin
  • Darwin was not aware of inheritance and genetics principles which are responsible for the transmission of characters from one generation to the next.
  • He forwarded the theory of pangenesis according to which gemmules are responsible for the transmission of hereditary characters through generations
So, the correct answer is 'Darwin'

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