Which scientist is known for the theory of punctuated equilibrium? (1972)
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Which scientist is known for the theory of punctuated equilibrium? (1972)
Charles Darwin
Stephen Jay Gould
Jean-Baptiste Lamarck
Gregor Mendel
Stephen Jay Gould, along with Niles Eldredge, proposed the theory of punctuated equilibrium, which suggests that species remain relatively stable for long periods and then undergo rapid changes.
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Q: Which scientist is known for the theory of punctuated equilibrium? (1972)
Solution: Stephen Jay Gould, along with Niles Eldredge, proposed the theory of punctuated equilibrium, which suggests that species remain relatively stable for long periods and then undergo rapid changes.
