How did these scientists' findings and publications relate to the commonly held beliefs of the day? i dont understand what this means

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anonymous · Answer

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Hi there! I would be able to help you best if you could ask this question more clearly. What scientists is this question talking about?

anonymous · Answer

For instance, are you learning about Charles Darwin at this point in your biology course?

nincompoop · Answer

it sounds like there would be some reading material related to this question.  it's too general and could be anything. it could refer to the difference in belief about fertility and impotence in the past and present

anonymous · Answer

the scientists name are Ronald Fisher, Sewall wright, Theodosius Dobzhansky, and Thomas Huxley

aaronq · Answer

what are their "findings and publications"?

nincompoop · Answer

Familiar with the publications, particularly Dobzhansky's, this topic involves the overarching theme of biology - the theory of evolution.  In his essay, he coined the phrase that nothing in biology makes sense except in the light of evolution.  If I were you I'll read up on this topic. It is crucial that you learn what the theory is about and the mechanisms involved that explains the vast varieties and unity in living systems.