Which of the following best describes how the scientific community views Darwin's proposal of evolution?
a. Most researchers have discounted the theory of evolution, as it lacks empirical and scientific support.
b. Darwin's theory of evolution received a high degree of support at its initial proposal; however, in recent times it has lost the backing of the scientific community.
c. There is an enormous amount of evidence that has accumulated to verify the theory and support the principle of natural selection as the main mechanism of evolutionary change.
d. Darwin's theory of evolution has been abandoned for the more comprehensive and scientifically supported theory of Intelligent Design.
Answer: C
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