Aristotle Supported the Idea of Epigenesis, the Notion That

question 77

Multiple Choice

Aristotle supported the idea of epigenesis, the notion that:

• A)prenatal development begins with a new miniature individual already preformed.
• B)new structures and functions emerge throughout prenatal development.
• C)prenatal development begins in the center of the body of the new individual.
• D)Eve was created out of Adam's rib.

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Definitions:

Australopithecine Remains

Australopithecine remains are fossilized bone fragments and artefacts from early hominids belonging to the genus Australopithecus, key to understanding human evolution.

Hominin DNA

Genetic material that comes from hominins, our ancestors and relatives in the human evolutionary tree.

DNA Degradation

The breakdown or decomposition of DNA molecules, which can occur due to environmental factors, chemical reactions, or enzymatic processes.

Bottleneck Effects

A phenomenon where a population's size is significantly reduced for at least one generation, leading to a loss of genetic diversity.