Milestones in Biology: Historical Discoveries

Biology

Explore key historical facts and verified events that shaped our understanding of biology, from the discovery of cells to the theory of evolution and genetic breakthroughs.

history science discoveries evolution genetics microbiology

4 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Aug 20, 2026

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1 Who is famously credited with proposing the theory of evolution by natural selection?

A Gregor Mendel
B Louis Pasteur
C Charles Darwin
D Carl Linnaeus

2 Which scientist is known for his foundational work on genetics, particularly through experiments with pea plants?

A Alexander Fleming
B Gregor Mendel
C James Watson
D Rosalind Franklin

3 Who accidentally discovered penicillin, the first widely used antibiotic, in 1928?

A Jonas Salk
B Edward Jenner
C Alexander Fleming
D Robert Koch

4 What was the title of Charles Darwin's groundbreaking book published in 1859, which presented his theory of evolution?

A Principles of Geology
B The Voyage of the Beagle
C On the Origin of Species
D Das Kapital

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