Darwinism The theory of Evolution by Natural Selection conceptualised by Charles Darwin (1809-1882) and its Neo-Darwinist decendants. Its fundamental tenant is the principle of Natural Selection in which differential survival amongst members of a species affects the offspring produced by such members and is the primary engine of change in conjunction with variability within the population, largely resulting from genetic recombination (but see: mutation). Such variations are said to possess adaptive value for the organism if it increases their likelihood of producing more or more viable offspring (and living longer).   (see also: scientific approach, pseudo-controversies, pseudo-science, Creationism)   Back to: Glossary A-C, Glossary D-H, Glossary I-P, Glossary Q-S, Glossary T-Z   Glossary of selected Judgement & Decision-making, Belief-related, and other Psychology terms A-Z »   » Return to belief, judgement, and clear thinking » Labels: Darwinism

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