JAMB Biology 2011 Objective — Question 58
Question 58 of 60 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2011 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Which of the following components of Lamarck's theory of evolution is considered faulty?
- A. A. Individuals of the same species growing under different environmental conditions differ from each other
- B. B. Use of certain organs results in development of those parts
- C. C. Unused organs degenerate
- D. D. Changes that result in individuals of the same species are transmitted to offspringCorrect
Explanation
The loophole in Lamarck's theory of use and disuse is the claim that acquired traits are transmittable to offspring, which is false.
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