Theodosius Dobzhansky's work helped shape what?
The theory of relativity
The modern synthesis
String theory
Apollo Space Program
Answer
The modern synthesis is a theory in evolutionary biology that integrates Charles Darwin's theory of natural selection with Mendelian genetics. Theodosius Dobzhansky was a Ukrainian-American geneticist who was one of the key figures in developing the modern synthesis. His work showed that natural selection could act on genetic variation, and that genetic variation was the raw material for evolution.
The Diversity Dynamo: Unraveling Theodosius Dobzhansky's Genetic Legacy
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