One of the general principles of biology that was accepted before much was known about genetics was that
A)heredity occurs within species,and species "breed true."
B)hybrids can form occasionally from any two parents.
C)mythical monsters can no longer be found on Earth.
D)traits are transmitted directly.
E)traits of both parents are blended in the offspring.

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The principle of heredity occurring within species and species breeding true was widely accepted before the discovery of genetics. It was observed that offspring tended to exhibit traits similar to their parents and that these traits remained consistent over generations within a species.

One of the General Principles of Biology That Was Accepted