The Mechanism Of Mendelian Heredity (1915)

The Mechanism of Mendelian Heredity is a seminal work in the field of genetics, written by Thomas Hunt Morgan and first published in 1915. The book outlines the principles of Mendelian genetics, which were first discovered by Gregor Mendel in the 19th century, and presents Morgan's own groundbreaking research on the fruit fly Drosophila melanogaster.Morgan's research on Drosophila, which he began in the early 1900s, revealed that genes are located on chromosomes and are responsible for the inheritance of specific traits. He also discovered the phenomenon of sex-linked inheritance, in which certain traits are linked to the sex chromosomes.The book is divided into three sections. The first section provides an overview of the principles of Mendelian inheritance, including the laws of segregation and independent assortment. The second section focuses on Morgan's research on Drosophila, including his experiments on sex-linked inheritance and the mapping of genes on chromosomes. The third section discusses the implications of Morgan's research for the broader field of genetics, including the relationship between genes and evolution.The Mechanism of Mendelian Heredity is a landmark work in the history of genetics, and it remains relevant today as a foundational text for students and researchers in the field. Morgan's research on Drosophila paved the way for further discoveries in genetics, and his work continues to influence our understanding of the genetic basis of inheritance and evolution.Also Authored By C. B. Bridges.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.