Weismannism
the theories of heredity as expounded by Weismann, especially the theory that all inheritable characteristics are carried in the germ plasm, and that acquired characteristics cannot be inherited.
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- Weis·mann·i·an, adjective, noun
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Let us now proceed to the experimental evidence which has been adduced on the side of Weismannism.
Darwin, and After Darwin, Volume II (of 3) | George John RomanesUnless Weismannism be regarded as this doctrine of absolutism it permits no basis for his attempted theory of evolution.
Darwin, and After Darwin, Volume II (of 3) | George John RomanesFortuitously initiated development is a condition sine qua non of Darwinism and Weismannism.
At the Deathbed of Darwinism | Eberhard DennertMr. Wallace, therefore, may well be excused if he casts longing eyes towards Weismannism.
Essays on Life, Art and Science | Samuel ButlerNow let me return to the recent division of biological opinion into two main streams—Lamarckism and Weismannism.
The Humour of Homer and Other Essays | Samuel Butler
British Dictionary definitions for Weismannism
/ (ˈvaɪsmənˌɪzəm) /
the doctrine of the continuity of the germ plasm. This theory of heredity states that all inheritable characteristics are transmitted by the reproductive cells and that characteristics acquired during the lifetime of the organism are not inherited
Origin of Weismannism
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