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.
Select the correct statement regarding mutation theory of evolution.
NEET UG 2022 — Zoology Evolution
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Select the correct statement regarding mutation theory of evolution.
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Held on 30 Apr 2022 · Verified 9 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
This theory was proposed by Alfred Wallace
- B
Variations are small directional changes
- C
Single step large mutation is a cause of speciation
- D
Large differences due to mutations arise gradually in a population
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