CBSE 2024 · Region 1 · Set 1 · Q18 · 2 marks
Observe the picture given below. Name the naturalist and write the explanation given by him that evolution of life forms had occurred on the basis of this example.

Marking-scheme solution
Name of the Naturalist –Lamarck
-Evolution of life forms driven by use and disuse of organs.
-He said Giraffes in an attempt to forage leaves on tall trees had to adapt by
elongation of their necks.
-They passed on this acquired character of elongated neck to their succeeding generations
and slowly over the years all the future generations had long necks.
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