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Organic evolution would not have taken place if

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Individual in a population did not show genetic varation

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Individuals did not transmit the characters acquired during their lifetime to offsprings

C

Somatic variations were not inherited

D

Somatic variation were not transformed into genetic variations

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Organic Evolution**: Organic evolution refers to the process through which species change over time through mechanisms such as natural selection, genetic variation, and adaptation to the environment. 2. **Identifying Conditions for Evolution**: For organic evolution to take place, certain conditions must be met. These include: - The presence of genetic variation within a population. - The struggle for existence due to environmental pressures (e.g., scarcity of resources, natural calamities). - The ability of organisms to adapt to their environment. 3. **Recognizing Factors that Prevent Evolution**: Organic evolution would not occur under specific conditions: - If there is no genetic variation among individuals in a population, there would be no traits for natural selection to act upon. - If the environment is stable and does not impose any challenges or pressures, there would be no struggle for existence, leading to no need for adaptation. - If organisms are perfectly adapted to their environment and there are no changes in that environment, evolution would not take place. 4. **Conclusion**: Therefore, organic evolution would not have taken place if there is a lack of genetic variation, absence of environmental pressures, or if the environment remains unchanged.
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