WAEC Biology 2016 Question 47

Question 47

Mendelian Inheritance

Which of the following scientists did not contribute to the development of genetics?

A.Wilhem Johannsen
B.Thomas Morgan
C.Gregor Mendel
D.Felix Durjadin

Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Felix Durjadin)

Explanation

Mendel founded genetics, Johannsen coined the word 'gene' and Morgan studied sex linkage in fruit flies. Felix Dujardin studied protoplasm in single-celled organisms, not genetics.