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ZoologyEvolutionDarwin's Theory of EvolutionEasy2 minPYQ_2020
ZoologyEasysingle choice

Which scientist/worker is not matched correctly with its work/contribution?

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Answer:
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Solution:

Mutation theory (given by Hugo deVries)

Based on his work on Evening primrose (first decade of 20th century).

Mutations can suddenly cause large variations in a population.

Mutations were random and directionless.

According to Hugo de Vries, evolution (or speciation) is caused by mutation so he gave term to it - saltation (single step large mutation).

Stream:NTA_ABHYAS_NEETSubject:ZoologyTopic:EvolutionSubtopic:Darwin's Theory of Evolution
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