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No, because the bacterial flagellum is not irreducibly complex, although some creationists have trumpeted this as a fact that would undermine the Theory of Evolution.
Michael Behe's (he authored Darwin's Black box, becoming a principle founder of the modern intelligent design movement) analogy of the mouse trap being an example of something irreducibly complex is in itself fallacious because it could be adapted for the use of something else. During the Dover School District Trial (evolution vs creationism), one of the witnesses testifying on the side of evolution wore a tie with a mouse trap as a tie pin thus showing that a mouse trap can still be function with pieces removed!
The concept of irreducibly complexity with regards to the bacterial flagellum is likewise fallacious because if you remove parts from it, it is still functional. The type III secretory system, a molecular syringe which bacteria use to inject toxins into other cells, appears to be a simplified sub-set of the bacterial flagellum's components. Whether the bacterial flagellum evolved from the type III secretory system or from another bacterial system, the existence of the type III secretory system proves that the bacterial flagellum is not irreducibly complex.
Furthermore, the whole concept of "irreducible complexity" fails to disprove evolution because evolution can, in fact, produce things which are irreducibly complex. Take the analogy of a stone bridge as an example. A bridge is built by first creating a wooden scaffold and then layering rocks on top until finally the keystone is put in place. At this point, an irreducibly complex system is created. Likewise, evolution could, theoretically proceed by a similar route, creating something redundant and then removing some of those redundant parts.
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What evidence is there against the Intelligent Design concept of Irreducible Complexity?
Critics argue that examples cited as irreducibly complex can evolve through incremental steps, pointing to evidence of simpler structures that perform related functions. Additionally, computer simulations and mathematical models have shown how complex biological systems could plausibly evolve from simpler precursors. Overall, the concept of irreducible complexity is seen as incompatible with the evidence of gradual evolution seen in biological systems.
How long does it take for tea tree oil to cure chronic bacterial vaginosis?
There is no evidence that tea tree oil is a cure for bacterial vaginosis. Bacterial vaginosis is a result of the good bacteria in the vagina dying off and the "bad" bacteria taking over. Putting tea tree oil in your vagina is not likely to kill off the unwanted bacteria without killing off the protective bacteria.
Can you use white vinegar for bacterial vaginosis?
You should not douche as a treatment for bacterial vaginosis. Women who douche get BV more often than women who don't douche. The bacteria of your vagina need to come back into balance; don't run the risk of killing of more of the protective bacteria in your vagina.
What does the argument say the universe is too complex and appears so well designed it could not have come about by chance?
This argument is known as the teleological argument, which asserts that the complexity and apparent design of the universe suggest that it must have been created by an intelligent being rather than random chance. It sees the order and complexity in the universe, such as in the laws of nature or the fine-tuning of physical constants, as evidence of a designer.
What evidence from graph 1 suggest that there will some live bacteria in milk on day 5?
Graph 1 likely shows a trend of bacterial growth over several days, indicating an increase in bacterial counts. If the data points for days 1 through 4 demonstrate a consistent rise, it suggests that conditions in the milk are conducive to bacterial survival and reproduction. Therefore, based on the observed growth pattern, it can be inferred that some live bacteria will still be present in the milk on day 5.
The presence of which structure provides evidence that an organism is capable of locomotion?
flagellum
What evidence is there against the Intelligent Design concept of Irreducible Complexity?
Critics argue that examples cited as irreducibly complex can evolve through incremental steps, pointing to evidence of simpler structures that perform related functions. Additionally, computer simulations and mathematical models have shown how complex biological systems could plausibly evolve from simpler precursors. Overall, the concept of irreducible complexity is seen as incompatible with the evidence of gradual evolution seen in biological systems.
What do scientists say on creationism?
Scientists have virtually nothing to say on the topic creationism because the assertions that creationists make are often unfalsifiable and cannot be verified. However, some scientists have made note of where creationism conflicts with known evidence or reasoned logic. Kenneth R. Miller of Brown University, for example, falsified creationist Michael Behe's assertion of irreducible complexity by drawing the analogy of a cell structure to a mouse trap and then demonstrating a plausible precursory function for each one of the mouse trap's components. Miller went a step further and demonstrated precursory functions for each of the components of the bacterial flagellum, which previously Dr. Behe had argued was irreducibly complex.
What is the intercommunication of many simple units in the brain is evidence of?
complexity brain
The connection of many simple pieces in the brain is evidence of?
Brain's complexity :)
What are some of the criticisms of the theory of evolution?
The theory of evolution has many criticisms but none have proven evolution wrong. For example, some people argue that the bacterial flagellum is 'irreducibly complex' and therefore can not have evolved, even though the evidence shows that it not only could have, but has.
What is evidence of possible life on planets?
there is microbial organisms or bacterial remains found
How many conclusions can an argument have?
An argument can have one or multiple conclusions, depending on the complexity of the reasoning and the evidence presented.
What evidence or proof of a higher power do you believe exists?
The evidence or proof of a higher power that some people believe in includes personal experiences, the complexity and order in the universe, and the existence of moral values and consciousness.
Which historical artifact would not be evidence of a civilization?
A single isolated tool or piece of artwork that does not show evidence of settlements, infrastructure, or social complexity would not be considered evidence of a civilization. Artefacts need to be part of a broader context of material culture to demonstrate the existence of a civilization.
What are 3 pieces of scientific evidence that supports the endosymbiotic theory?
The presence of double-membrane structures in mitochondria and chloroplasts similar to bacterial cells supports the theory of endosymbiosis. The existence of circular DNA in mitochondria and chloroplasts, similar to bacterial DNA, provides evidence of their bacterial origin. Phylogenetic studies reveal that the genetic material in mitochondria and chloroplasts is more closely related to certain groups of bacteria than to eukaryotic nuclear DNA, supporting their evolutionary history as once-independent organisms.
How do people know evolution is false?
People think they know the theory of evolution is false primarily because it contrasts with their religious beliefs. For Christians, the bible says that man was created from the dust of the earth. This is a source of pride for such people because, if true, it would mean they were special. Evolutionary theory, on the other hand, says that man is descended from lower primates who developed through the forces of natural selection over many millions of years. This would mean they were not special and were themselves animals. This offends Christians because they believe man is superior to the beasts of the earth. This has ties to ancient Greek philosophy. Greek philosophers believed only man was capable of thinking. Animals were considered only mindless automatons. This way of thinking lives on in the minds of the religious. Those that do find fault with evolution usually know very little about the subject. The reasons listed in the first answer above are evidence of this. For instance, the second law of thermodynamics does refer to an increase of entropy in a closed system. However, the earth is not a closed system because it receives energy from the sun's rays. The rest of the answer is an appeal to emotions since it asks readers to gauge the validity of evolution based on the way they think it should be-in this case, that god created man and the universe-as opposed to surveying the readily available evidence. Back to the question, some highly educated people with degrees in science have proposed various objections to evolution. Michael Behe, for example, has proposed "Irreducible Complexity," the theory that life is too complex to have come about through natural selection. A famous example is the flagellum, a whip-like protrusion, of bacteria. Behe posited that the twirling motion of the flagellum would stop working and become useless if any one of its components were removed. The overall theory was tested and debunked in a court of law (see Kitzmiller v. Dover Area School District). Despite this, Irreducible Complexity is a very strong rallying point for religious people since they feel it is a more valid scientific theory than evolution.
