Question

The term genetics was coined by-
a. Mendel
b. Bateson
c. Strasburger
d. All of these

Answer 1

Hint: This biologist related the work of Gregor Mendel to the theory of evolution of Charles Darwin, and coined the term genetics for a new field in biology. He broadened the field of genetics with experimental methodologies by studying variation and advocating Mendelian genetics.

Complete answer:
Option A is incorrect. Gregor J. Mendel was an Austrian scientist and prelate from Augustine who, while living in a monastery, experimented with garden pea hybrids and is regarded as the "father of modern genetics." In 1856, Mendel began his experiments using the common edible pea to research seven traits which appeared to be inherited regardless of other traits such as the shape of the seed, the color of the flower, the tint of the seed coat, the shape of the pod, the unripe colour, the position of the flower and the height of the plant.
Option B is correct. William Bateson was a biologist and evolutionary scientist who, in the late 18th century, was best known for observing organismal variability and trait heredity within the context of evolutionary theory. He reinforced the genetic field, promoted the use of experimental methods to study heredity, and later contributed to genetic inheritance theories.
Option C is incorrect. Eduard A. Strasburger had been one of the 19th century's most prominent botanists. He was the first to provide a detailed explanation of the embryonic sac in gymnosperms (such as conifers) and angiosperms (flowering plants), along with double fertilization in angiosperms. He developed one of the modern laws of plant cytology, and the terms cytoplasm and nucleoplasm originated.
Option D is incorrect. J.G. Mendel was the father of modern genetics and known for his contribution to seven pea plant characteristics whilst W. Bateson coined the term "Genetics" to describe the organisms & E.A variation and heredity. Strasburger was a renowned botanist noted for researching nuclear and cell division in algae and higher plants.

So, the correct answer is Option B) Bateson

Note: William Bateson was a British biologist who was the first person to use the term genetics to describe the heredity process (a mechanism by which a parent transfers certain genes onto their children or offspring) and the development of hereditary characteristics.