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Why his the geological column not really evidence for evolution?
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The geological column is an abstract, and ideal. What it really signifies is the mechanism of superposition, the fact that through geological times, newer layers are formed on top of older layers. The geological column can be used as a guide for reconstructing the geological history of a formation, but one should take care: geological processes, like all of nature, are messy, and geological strate can be inverted or skewed, so that newer strata may be beside or even below older strata.
The inferred age of a geological stratum may be used to assist in dating fossils, and thereby aid in constructing histories for particular lineages. But in itself, this geological notion has little to do with biological evolution.
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What does not provide evidence for evolution?
That which does not provide evidence for evolution is not necessarily something that tends to disprove evolution. So it is hard to narrow down to something relevant but does not provide evidence for evolution. As for something that actually tends to disprove evolution, this is equally hard but for different reasons - the evidence for evolution is so overwhelming that there is very little that can provide any form of contrary evidence.
Is there more information for or against evolution?
On almost a monthly basis, more data comes to light in the form of new fossils and other finds, that further support the Theory of Evolution.Charles Darwin (1809-1892) was not the first to study evolution, but he developed the Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection after observing the evidence for evolution during his voyage in HMS Beagle, and followed up by decades of research. This theory says that species evolved over time in response to changes in the natural environment, and was seen by scientists as the best explanation for the facts.There is ample evidence of the transition from one species to another, demonstrating that evolution really did occur. Conversely, there is no real evidence that evolution has not occurred. Those who debate the facts of evolution are left with unsupported hypotheses, often claiming that the world is too young for evolution to have occurred, or that the Laws of Thermodynamics disprove the theory. A third viewpoint is offered by a minority of creationists, such as Willian Dembski. As a qualified scientist, he accepts the immense age of the earth and the reality of evolution, but believes that there may be natural systems that cannot be explained entirely in terms of natural causes and that exhibit features characteristic of intelligent design.For more information, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation
Is evolution the same as creationism?
No Answer 2 No. Creationism is faith, based on the Creation-story of Genesis and praises the biblical god as creator of all the Universe, all Earth and all life (in 6 days). Evolution is a theory of science (biology). The Theory of Evolution by Means of Natural Selection, first proposed by Charles Darwin and Alfred Russell Wallace. Evolution is part of natural science and explains the histories and diversifications of all of Earth's organisms. Evolution does not have to do with the origin of the Universe or the Planet Earth, which creationism may mention in its origins-explanations. (The origins of the Universe and the Solar System and Earth are explained by another branch of natural science - Cosmology and Astronomy). The Theory of Evolution states that life has changed since its beginnings (abiogenesis) by Natural Selection. The main unit of Evolution is the gene. Populations genetically diverge until they are so separate they are distinguishable and may become reproductively isolated. This is an instance of speciation, the origin of species. Evolution relies upon observation of the world to explain the world (genetics, palaeontology, comparative morphology are all used as evidence to construct the picture of evolution). Creationism relies on the writings of biblical texts to explain the world. There is no material evidence to support the claims of creationism as creationism is faith based. Indeed there are many contrasts between Evolution and Creationism. They both explain the same thing (life and how it came to be as it is today), but Evolution is logical and fact-collecting, a real process seen in the world today and (via fossils) in the distant past whereas Creationism is a comforting faith-based story with no backing evidence of events described in the creation story of Genesis.
Is evolution a theory yes or no?
Yes and no. Evolution is an observed biological phenomenon, and therefore fact. Evolutionary theory is a model explaining the things we find in biology and paleontology in terms of what we know about evolution through genetics and population dynamics. The point really is not that evolution can be seen as either as theory or as fact, the point is that it is a factual theory; it is a theory which is so well supported by vast quantities of evidence that it would be unscientific and unreasonable to doubt the validity of that theory. Scientists also do not know everything about the evolutionary history of the Earth, or about exactly how evolution takes place, and research into evolutionary biology continues. Theories can be revised. But in the case of Darwin's Theory of Evolution, although many details have been revised, and additional details are likely to be revised, the essential thesis remains, that life does evolve, and that evolution is the process by which the species we observe today on Earth (including the human race) came into existence. Of that, there is no reasonable doubt. Of course, if anyone has a religious belief which compels them to believe otherwise, that is their privilege, but the pious rejection of science does not lead to a better understanding of reality.
How do people know evolution really happens?
Because evolution is the change in allele frequency over time in a population of organisms and this is easily seen in population gene sequencing. This does not even mention fossils, genetics, developmental biology, geology and myriad other disciplines that support the fact of evolution. See related links for details.
How can a person believe in evolution and the Old Testament?
A:The evidence for evolution is now indisputable. The only way not to believe in it is to choose not to know about this evidence. So, the question really becomes how a person can believe in the Old Testament. That is a matter of faith.
How does geologic and organic evolution compare?
There isn't really such a thing as "geologic evolution". Geology describes processes by which geological features may form or alter, but these are not in any way even remotely similar to the processes by which lifeforms develop over time. The changes wrought by geological processes can be (summarily) described in terms of mechanical forces acting on a single body of mixed composition; the processes involved in evolution require populations of self-replicating organisms. So really, they don't compare. At all.
Is Katt Williams really smart?
Katt Williams on stage has publically denied evolution. Surely that is evidence enough of his stupidity.
Is there any physical proof that Adam and Eve were real?
There is no physical evidence anywhere, for Adam and Eve or the Garden of Eden. In fact overwhelming physical evidence, from the geological and fossil record, demonstrates that man really evolved from earlier species millions of years ago.
What does not provide evidence for evolution?
That which does not provide evidence for evolution is not necessarily something that tends to disprove evolution. So it is hard to narrow down to something relevant but does not provide evidence for evolution. As for something that actually tends to disprove evolution, this is equally hard but for different reasons - the evidence for evolution is so overwhelming that there is very little that can provide any form of contrary evidence.
How do intermediaries provide the evidence that supports evolution?
that question is on the hw assignment I got today. I didn't really learn it or I wasn't paying attention and there's nothing online...
Is a hurricane a geological event?
Really a hurricane is a atmospheric event.
What evidence is there to support geologic evolution?
Rock strata reveal changes. Some strata in a particular region might contain shallow sea organisms, overlain by strata containing deep sea organisms, and these in turned are overlaid by strata that are clearly aeolian (wind) deposits. Varying fossil compositions in overlaying sedimentary strata also indicate changes over vast stretches of time. In the John Day Fossil beds in Oregon, we can trace climate changes over millions of years. I'm not really certain what is meant by "geologic evolution." Evolution typically refers to biological evolution, although astronomers use the word "evolution" to describe the life cycle of stars. I don't recall "evolution" being used to describe geologic processes in any geology course I took.
What do supporters of the evolutionary theory place their faith in the god of?
Evolutionary theory really has nothing to do with believing or not believing in a god or gods.It also has nothing to do with "faith" - "faith" in a religious context means to believe something with or without evidence; however, there is lots of good evidence for evolution.
Is it right tobelieve in religion or evoulution?
They are not mutually exclusive. A lot of religious people believe in evolution, and a lot don't, despite the evidence (fossil records etc) It's a personal choice whether to be religious, and whether to believe in evolution or not. If you aren't really bothered about either, you can just not think about it.
Why should you follow Evolution?
No one 'wants' you to follow evolution. It is simply the scientific process by which humans and other living creatures developed over many millions of years. If you choose to believe a non-scientific alternative, that is fine, however scientists have irrefutable evidence that evolution really did happen.For more information, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation
Is evolution part of creation?
Though one can claim to believe in Divinely-guided evolution, this is often not the case. The general paradigm in which Evolution is taught, is one of mere random events.Many think that science, and specifically Evolution, have proved that there is no God. They don't comprehend that even if Evolution was an unquestionable fact, it would not automatically follow that God isn't there. They also seem unaware that there are some highly-qualified scientists who do not believe in Evolution.Those wishing to look for further evidence may find these links useful:See also:Is there evidence against Evolution?God's wisdom seen in His creationsCan you show that God exists?
