The Main Accomplishment of Modern Darwinism (The Synthetic Theory)was

question 33

Multiple Choice

The main accomplishment of Modern Darwinism (The Synthetic Theory) was

• A)to select a new set of scientists to take up the evolution argument after the death of Darwin and Huxley.
• B)the frantic search for answers to the creationist challenge of the early 1900s.
• C)the application of new discoveries in genetics,classification,biogeography,paleontology,etc.to Darwin's basic tenets,and which tied these fields together in a new framework.
• D)to split Darwin's ideas into small details (microevolution)and larger concepts (macroevolution).

Identify the contributions of early and influential psychologists to the field.

Apply psychological theories to understand human behavior and motivation.

Understand the ethical considerations in psychological research.

Differentiate between major areas of contemporary psychology.

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Definitions:

Surface

The outermost or uppermost layer of something, often referring to land, a body of water, or a solid object.

Partially Decomposed

Refers to materials that have begun the process of decay and breakdown by bacteria, fungi, and other organisms, but have not yet fully decomposed.

Organic Debris

Organic Debris constitutes organic materials like leaves, twigs, and animal remains that accumulate in natural environments, contributing to soil formation and nutrient cycling.

Surface Litter

The layer of dead plant and animal material found on the ground or floating on the surface of water bodies, contributing to nutrient cycling.