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Lamarck's theory of evolution. He thought, without any real evidence, that organisms had a " need " to evolve.

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What did Darwin's theory of evolution suggest?

Darwin's theory of evolution suggested that species evolve over time through a process called natural selection, where organisms with favorable traits are more likely to survive and reproduce. This process leads to the gradual change and adaptation of species to their environment.


Which theory believes that social stratification serves as an incentive for people to work hard?

The functionalist theory of social stratification believes that it serves as an incentive for people to work hard by rewarding individuals based on their skills and efforts. This theory suggests that the promise of higher social status and rewards motivates individuals to strive for success.


Is Darwin's theory justified?

Yes. There are numerous justifications both for and of Darwin's theory. It beautifully and simply explains the diversity of the tremendously complex biological world in which we find ourselves. Darwin's theory of evolution boils down to just two simple rules. These are that replication is imperfect (variety is introduced into an organism's offspring), and survival is preferential (changing environmental conditions discourage replication of "less fit" individuals). These two rules can be further summarized as: Random mutation plus natural selection. RM+NS. Evolution is the heart surrounding these initials, carved deep into the bark of the tree of life.


What is the name of the theory that Darwin developed after traveling on the HMS Beagle?

The theory that Darwin developed after traveling on the HMS Beagle is known as the theory of evolution by natural selection. It proposes that species evolve over time through processes such as natural selection, where individuals with advantageous traits are more likely to survive and reproduce.


What theoretical perspective believes that unequal rewards are fair?

The equity theory believes that unequal rewards can be perceived as fair as long as individuals believe that the distribution is based on their input (effort, skills) compared to others. This theory suggests that as long as the perceived ratio of inputs to outputs is equal between individuals, they will view the rewards as fair.

Related Questions

What theory would help a microbiologist explain the basic structure of a microscopic organism?

the theory of evolution


What is theory of evolution that deals with an organism's changing and developing into a new species is called?

In Darwin's exact words. The theory of evolution by means of natural selection.


Does the current pope believe in evolution?

I am uncertain of what the current pope specifically "believes" regarding the current Theory of Evolution, but what I can say is that the Theory of Evolution poses no challenge to the Catholic Faith. I can say that the current pope, whatever he personally believes regarding the Theory of Evolution would say that the current theory of evolution poses no challenge to the Catholic Faith. Because the Theory of Evolution is a Scientific Claim, and not a theological claim, the Church cannot make a judgment as to the truth or falsity of the Theory. Matters pertaining to Science are outside the purview of the judgment of the Church, because the Church was not established to discover Scientific Truth.


According to the theory of evolution what is the process in which an organism increases its chance of survival called?

Adaptation.


According to a theory of evolution an organism increases its chance of survival through what process?

Adaption.


What does the theory of evolution believe?

Evolution believes nothing. It assumes a couple of things, e.g. that life existed previously to any evolution occurring and that laws of physics and chemistry have been constant, etc.However, beyond these assumptions - which are valid - the theory of evolution relies on evidence and facts, and a lot of it.


Is there any contradiction between science and religion?

Yes...I suppose there are many contradictions. On of the biggest one is Evolution vs. Creationism. Science believes in the Theory of Evolution which is saying that all complex organisms developed from simpler organism. Most religions, believe in Creationism, which is that God designed and created everything.


According to the theory of evolution an organism increases its chance of survival through a process known as?

adaptation


Why do so many people believe in theory of evolution?

Sir Arthur Keith who believes in evolution said, "Evolution is unproved and unprovable. We believe it ONLY because the only alternative is special creation, and that is unthinkable."


State lemarcks theory of evolution?

French biologist Jean-Baptiste Lamarck believed in the equilibrium of nature. His theory of evolution suggests that traits acquired by organism during its lifetime will be passed on to the offspring.


What is the difference between the theory of language and evolution?

Theory of evolution refers to animals and plants evolution along the time. Language evolution is another issue, not entirely related to the theory of evolution. It follows the theory of evolution on some way but it is related to culture evolution, not to the physical attributes evolution.


Evolutionists often make the distinction between evolution as a fact and evolutionary theory What does this mean?

Evolution is descent with modification. Or, change over time. And formally as the change in allele frequencies over time in a population of organisms. This is an observed and a observable fact. The theory is; the theory of evolution by natural selection, which explains the fact of evolution. Natural selection is the main mechanism ( there are others ) that drives the adaptive change in organism that can lead to speciation, or just simple evolution.