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The Organism as a Whole, from a Physicochemical Viewpoint

By Jacques Loeb
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The work presents a physicochemical account of living systems, arguing that physico-chemical processes underlie physiological functions and that egg cytoplasm largely determines species identity and organismal unity while chromosomal Mendelian factors contribute individual traits, probably through hormones and enzymes. It surveys species specificity and fertilization, artificial parthenogenesis, embryonic determinism, regeneration, sex determination, instincts and tropisms, environmental influence and adaptation, heredity mechanisms, and the problems of evolution and death. Experimental and theoretical discussions stress specific proteins, enzymes, and physico-chemical reactions as the basis for biological specificity and coordinated development.

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Jacques Loeb

Jacques Loeb was a prominent biologist and physiologist known for his pioneering work in the field of biophysics. His research focused on the relationship between physical and chemical processes and biological functions, which he explored in depth in his notable work, "The Organism as a Whole, from a Physicochemical Viewpoint." Loeb's contributions to the understanding of life processes through a physicochemical lens have had a lasting impact on the fields of biology and biochemistry. His innovative ideas helped bridge the gap between the physical sciences and biological research, influencing future generations of scientists.

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