preformationism

the philosopher's preformationism suggested a pre-existing universe.

his preformationism challenged the prevailing view of spontaneous generation.

early botanical preformationism proposed all plants were preformed in seeds.

she critiqued the rigid implications of preformationism in evolutionary theory.

the decline of preformationism coincided with the rise of epigenetics.

his preformationism influenced his understanding of the natural world.

the concept of preformationism is largely discredited today.

despite its flaws, preformationism sparked important scientific debate.

preformationism offered a deterministic explanation for biological development.

the historical context of preformationism is crucial for understanding its appeal.

he defended his preformationism against criticisms from his peers.