The Endosymbiont Hypothesis Posited by Lynn Margulis Has Now Been

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Essay

The endosymbiont hypothesis posited by Lynn Margulis has now been elevated to being considered a theory.What molecular evidence strongly supports the hypothesis to the point that it is now accepted as a theory?

Understand the significance of equilibrium in achieving allocative efficiency in markets.

Understand the historical significance of slave rebellions, including the Amistad case and its Supreme Court decision.

Knowledge of key figures in the abolition of slavery and their contributions, such as Harriet Tubman.

Insight into the laws and societal views regarding aiding escaped slaves and the risks involved.

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Definitions:

Deontological

Pertaining to an ethical theory that suggests the morality of an action should be based on whether the action itself is right or wrong under a series of rules, rather than based on the consequences of the action.

Utilitarian

Pertaining to the ethical theory that the best action is the one that maximizes utility, generally defined as that which produces the greatest well-being of the greatest number of people.

Amoral

Lacking a moral sense; unconcerned with the rightness or wrongness of something.

Autonomous

Having the freedom to act independently, making decisions and actions based on one's own authority and principles.