Evolutionism

Evolutionism in the philosophy of science refers to the belief that the development of scientific theories and knowledge is an ongoing, evolutionary process. This encompasses a broad range of philosophical and scientific ideas and theories, including Cartesian Mechanism, Lamarckism, and  Darwinism.

[[File:Mech.png]] Cartesian Mechanism
Cartesian Mechanism, named after philosopher René Descartes, is a theory that views the universe as a giant machine, operating according to strict physical laws. In this view, living beings are simply complex machines, and there is no inherent purpose or design in the natural world. This mechanistic worldview influenced the development of modern science, particularly in the fields of physics and astronomy.

Lamarckism
Lamarckism, named after French biologist Jean-Baptiste Lamarck, is a theory of biological evolution that posits that organisms can acquire traits over their lifetime, which are then passed on to their offspring. This idea of inheritance of acquired traits was later discredited by the discoveries of genetics, but Lamarck's ideas were an important precursor to the theory of evolution.

[[File:Darwin.png]] Darwinism
Darwinism, named after British naturalist Charles Darwin, is the theory of evolution by natural selection. This theory proposes that the variations observed in a population of organisms are the result of random mutations, and that those individuals with traits that give them an advantage in surviving and reproducing will be more likely to pass on their genes to future generations. This idea of natural selection has been widely accepted in the scientific community and has had a profound impact on our understanding of biology and the natural world.

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