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How is the mechanism of evolution explained by de Vries?
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Solution
Hugo de Vries proposed that evolution occurs through sudden, heritable changes called mutations. According to him, new species arise due to these large, discontinuous variations rather than gradual changes. He observed this in the plant Oenothera lamarckiana (evening primrose).
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