NEET2022ZoologyEvolutionActual
Select the correct statement regarding mutation theory of evolution.
Options
- AThis theory was proposed by Alfred Wallace
- BVariations are small directional changes
- CSingle step large mutation is a cause of speciation
- DLarge differences due to mutations arise gradually in a population
Correct answer
C. Single step large mutation is a cause of speciation
Step-by-step solution
The concept of evolution through mutation was given by Hugo de vries. Mutations are sudden aberration/change that arise in the population thus they are discontinuous in nature. Large single step changes are called Saltation which lead to speciation.