Exploring Darwin and Wallace's Contributions to Evolution

The video explores the contributions of Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace to the theory of evolution by natural selection. It discusses the shift from natural theology to scientific inquiry, Darwin's voyage on the HMS Beagle, and the development of his theory. The collaboration between Darwin and Wallace is highlighted, along with the publication of 'On the Origin of Species'. Wallace's work in biogeography and the societal impact of Darwinism are also covered.

Who are considered the first biologists in the history of modern biology?

• Isaac Newton and Gottfried Leibniz

• Charles Darwin and Alfred Russel Wallace

• John Gould and Charles Lyell

• Thomas Malthus and Herbert Spencer

What was Darwin's initial career interest before turning to biology?

• Botanist

• Geologist

• Physician

• Lawyer

Which of the following was NOT a belief of natural theology?

• Species do not change over time

• The earth is millions of years old

• A divine Creator designed all species

• Species were fixed and unchanging

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What did the voyage of the HMS Beagle contribute to Darwin's scientific development?

• A collection of beetles

• Observations leading to the theory of natural selection

• A cure for seasickness

• An interest in geology

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What did Darwin find in the Galapagos Islands that contributed to his theory?

• Giant tortoises

• All of the above

• Marine iguanas

• A variety of finch species

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What was a major influence on Darwin's development of the theory of natural selection?

• The writings of William Paley

• The essay on populations by Thomas Malthus

• His collection of pigeons

• His study of barnacles

What discipline did Alfred Russel Wallace invent?

• Genetics

• Biogeography

• Paleontology

• Evolutionary biology

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What was Wallace's theory based on his observations in Southeast Asia?

• Natural selection

• The circulation of blood

• The germ theory of disease

• The law of gravity

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What was Darwin's reaction to receiving Wallace's letter about natural selection?

• He ignored it

• He collaborated with Wallace on a new theory

• He was inspired to finally publish his own theory

• He disagreed with Wallace

What term is often equated with Darwinism and was coined by Herbert Spencer?

• Descent with modification

• Artificial selection

• Survival of the fittest

• Natural selection

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