Abstract
The concept of natural selection is examined, which is one of basic principles for the Darwinian interpretation of evolution. In this model selection is defined as a solution of the deterministic Eigen equation. Next, the random effect is introduced through the mutation term. However, the probability of finding the solution expressing the selection is shown to be smallest. The validity of the model and its applicability to polynucleotide replication are discussed.
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Inagaki, H. Selection under random mutations in stochastic eigen model. Bltn Mathcal Biology 44, 17–28 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02459416
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