What are the problems with Lamarck’s theory of evolution?


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What are the problems with Lamarck’s theory of evolution?


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Philosophy

Jean-Baptiste Lamarck believed that physical diversity among animals

could be explained by physical stressors experienced by one generation being passed on to the next. Giraffes, therefore, have long necks because one giraffe, a long time ago, had to stretch out and reach for food, and this characteristic was passed on to its offspring.

What are the problems with Lamarck’s theory of evolution?

Class, as many times before, we are introduced to an idea that may be in direct conflict with our beliefs. However, we are not asked to discuss our beliefs in responding to the question.

Even to this day, many people prefer to reject Darwinian evolution and they may never have heard about Lamarck. For such person, it may be tempting to talk about their beliefs.

While there is a time and place to exchange ideas about beliefs, here, you need to focus on the structure of the provided argument and respond in light of premises, facts, and logic.