The Major Transitions in Evolution¶
Maynard Smith, J., & Szathmáry, E. (1995). The Major Transitions in Evolution. Oxford University Press.
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Primes¶
- Metasystem Transition
- Cells did not "decide" to form multicellular organisms; multicellular organization emerged as a more effective adaptation
This sourceTreats the major evolutionary transitions (from independent replicators to chromosomes, prokaryotes to eukaryotes, solitary organisms to multicellular bodies and colonies) as repeated instances of formerly autonomous units specializing and surrendering independent replication to a larger whole; supports the biological instances of division of labor (cell differentiation, organ systems, eusocial-insect castes).
- Cells did not "decide" to form multicellular organisms; multicellular organization emerged as a more effective adaptation
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