Question

charles darwin was credited for writing the biological theory of _____. the organisms that were used for the basis of his studies were _____.
a evolution by natural selection, sweet peas
b inheritance by independent assortment, sweet peas
c evolution by natural selection, galapagos finches
d inheritance by independent assortment, galapagos finches

Explanation:

Charles Darwin is known for the theory of evolution by natural selection, and his studies included Galapagos finches (their beak variations showed adaptation). Inheritance by independent assortment and sweet peas are related to Gregor Mendel's work on genetics, not Darwin. So option C matches Darwin's contributions.

Answer:

C. evolution by natural selection, Galapagos finches