Recapitulation theory (Biogenetic law) explains ''Ontogeny repeats Phylogeny''. It was given by

Options

A. Lamarck
B. Haeckel
C. Darwin
D. Robert Hooke

Answer

B

Explanation

Ernest Haeckel gave recapitulation theory i.e., ontogeny recapitulate phylogeny i.e. there is repetition of characters (phylogeny) during embryo development. For example formation of fish like larvae (tadpole during the development of frog indicate that frog has evolved from fish like ancestors.