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.
Origin of Weismannism
1Other words from Weismannism
- Weis·mann·i·an, adjective, noun
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How to use Weismannism in a sentence
The trend of modern opinion appears to be in the direction of the Weismannian interpretation.
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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