Table 5:

Evolution theory components

Neo-Lamarckian Concept:

Environment directly alters phenotype generationally

Darwinian Evolution Theory:

Natural selection acts on phenotypic variation for adaptation

Neo-Darwinian Evolution Theory:

Genetic mutations promote phenotypic variation on which natural selection acts

Environmental Epigenetics:

Environmental epigenetic alterations promote phenotypic variation and facilitate genetic mutations to influence adaptation and natural selection

Unified Evolution Theory:

Environmental epigenetics and genetic mutations both promote heritable phenotypic variation on which natural selection acts