Charles Darwin popularized the concept of evolution.
Notes on verification
Well-corroborated by multiple independent, reputable sources (Britannica, Khan Academy, Pew Research, History.com). Common knowledge claim with strong consensus, though nuance exists regarding predecessors like Lamarck and co-discoverer Wallace. [cascade flags: aggregator_dropped_primary_exists | tier=bronze indep_score=0.3 clusters=3 claim_tier=everyday]
Sources
- Paleontology (wikipedia)
- https://www.khanacademy.org/science/ap-biology/natural-selection/natural-selection-ap/a/darwin-evolution-natural-selection (corroboration)
- https://www.pewresearch.org/religion/2009/02/04/darwin-and-his-theory-of-evolution/ (corroboration)
- https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/november-24/origin-of-species-is-published-2 (corroboration)