Evolution

Evolution is the process of change in all forms of life over generations, driven by mechanisms such as mutation, natural selection, and genetic drift. This category covers the history of evolutionary thought, the mechanisms of evolution, and the diversity of life on Earth. From exploring the origins of species to understanding the evolutionary relationships between different organisms, learn about the science behind the history of life on our planet.

Oparin Haldane Hypothesis in Evolution - Anthropology

Oparin-Haldane Hypothesis

The Oparin-Haldane Hypothesis, also known as the primordial soup theory, proposes that life on Earth originated from simple organic compounds that formed in the atmosphere and oceans of the early Earth.

Theory of Epigenesis in Evolution - Anthropology

Theory of Epigenesis

The Theory of Epigenesis is a scientific concept that seeks to explain the origin and development of organisms through the gradual differentiation of cells.

Macroevolution in Anthropology

Macroevolution

Macroevolution refers to the long-term patterns and processes of evolution that occur over geological time scales, typically involving the formation of new species and the diversification of entire groups of organisms.

Theory of Isolation in Evoltuion - Anthropology

Theory of Isolation

The theory of isolation is a post Darwinian theory put forth by Moritz Wagner. Wagner believed that Darwin was not able to explain the concept of speciation completely.

Molecular Evolution in Biological Anthropology

Molecular Evolution

Molecular evolution is the study of the changes that occur in DNA and protein sequences over time, and how these changes relate to the evolutionary history and relationships of different species.

Neutral Theory of Evolution in Anthropology

Neutral Theory of Evolution

According to the neutral theory of evolution, the bulk of molecular variation has no influence on fitness, so random processes are the most likely cause of genetic variation.

Out of Africa Theory - Evolution

Out of Africa Theory

In-depth inquiries into the ancestry of Homo sapiens, or modern humans, have been done throughout history. One method is the "multi-regional hypothesis of human evolution".