Introduction to Genetics - Humans have been using Genetic Techniques for Thousands of Years

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What was the idea behind the concept of inheritance of aquired characteristics?

Parents who studied diligently to acquire a skill passed this on to their offspring

What was the idea behind preformationism?

Inside the egg or sperm is a tiny adult (homunculus) that simply expands in size as it grows to adulthood.

What is the currently accepted theory of inheritance?

Germplasm Theory
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Who came up with Germplasm theory?

August Weismann

How does Germplasm Theory explain inheritance?

Reproductive organs carry a complete set of genetic information that's passed to the egg and sperm

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