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Why Was Darwin's 1859 Published Theory of Natural Selection Not

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Why was Darwin's 1859 published theory of natural selection not widely accepted by his peers? What later scientific advance was critical to the subsequent broad acceptance of natural selection as a major force in evolutionary change?


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Amygdala

A region of the brain involved in experiencing emotions, particularly fear, and processing emotional memories.

Somatic Nervous System

A subdivision of the peripheral nervous system (PNS); it transmits sensory signals and motor signals back and forth between the central nervous system (CNS) and the skin, muscles, and joints.

Muscles and Joints

Components of the musculoskeletal system, with muscles providing the force to move the body and joints allowing for motion between bones.

Parietal Lobes

Regions of the brain located behind the frontal lobes, involved in processing sensory information and spatial orientation.

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