The main points of Darwin's theory of evolution

Darwin's theory of evolution mainly includes:

1. species diversity: the diversity of biological species stems from the adaptability differences between species, and these differences come from the role of natural selection and gene mutation.

2. Natural selection: Natural selection means that in the process of adapting to the environment, those individuals who adapt to the environment are more likely to survive and reproduce, so that their characteristics can be inherited and continued in the population.

3. Progressiveness of evolution: evolution is gradual. Through variation and selection from generation to generation, species will continue to evolve and adapt to the environment.

4.* * * Homoancestor: All life has a * * * ancestor, and all species have evolved.

The influence of evolution

Darwin's theory of evolution has become the basis of modern biology and medicine, and has had a far-reaching impact on the theory and practice of biology and medicine. The success of the theory of evolution shows the effectiveness of scientific methods in natural science research and encourages the application of scientific methods in other fields. It has had an important influence on social science, philosophy and humanities; The application of evolution theory in social science, philosophy, humanities and other fields has had a far-reaching impact.

Changed people's views on nature and life; Evolution has changed people's views on nature and life, thus affecting people's cultural concepts and thoughts. Arouse public concern about science and science education; The theory of evolution has aroused public concern about science and science education, and improved the importance of scientific literacy and science education.