Replication or reproduction?: Symbiogenesis as an alternative theory
Michael Glassman a1 a1 Department of Human Development and Family Sciences, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210-1295
glassman.13@osu.edu
Abstract
This commentary takes issue with the idea that replication is a “fundamental element” in natural selection. Such an assumption is based on a traditional, mechanistic view of evolution. A symbiogenetic theory of evolution offers an alternative to traditional theories, emphasizing reproduction and qualitative development rather than replication and quantitative development. The issues raised by the symbiogenetic alternative may be extended to discussions of behavioral development.
