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The fact about fossils that is the most important to scientists who study evolution is their age. Advancements in carbon dating has made age determining possible. By knowing the age of a fossil, scientist are able to determine migratory and evolutionary phenomenon.

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Is Gordon cambell a criminal?

There is no widely known information or evidence to suggest that Gordon Campbell is a criminal. He has held various political positions in Canada, including serving as the Premier of British Columbia, but there are no significant criminal allegations against him.


Does Tiktaalik Roseae serve as evidence for evolution?

Tiktaalik's fin bones were not connected to its main skeleton, and so could not have supported its weight out of water. And the similarity between species could also reflect common design. Answer Isn't the modern mudskipper evidence enough? Answer No. Recent discovery of the prints of a four-footed animal that dates in evolutionary terms at 18 million years earlier than Tiktaalik have forced scientists to reconsider their earlier assumption that Tiktaalik represented a missing link. Answer Tiktaalik serves as simply another transitional form linking the evolution between two groups of animals, akin to Archaeopteryx. It has become landmark but more work remains to be done. As new fossils are uncovered Tiktaalik will be likely be moved around the evolutionary tree.


Is the geological column evidence for macroevolution?

Some creationists use this argument as "evidence" against evolution. However, the flaw in their argument is that fossils do occur, they are in order, they are separated by a large time difference, and they are transitional. The argument is commonly called the "missing link" problem, and when Darwin first developed his ideas, it actually was. He explicitly recognised it as such, and came up with several ways it would either deny or help support his theory (such as by finding rabbits in the PreCambrian era, or by the presence of missing links, which were later found). However, in the 140 years since then, we have uncovered thousands of fossilized species, each of which is a tranistional form in the evolution of several other species. The best example is that of our own ancestry; several species have been discovered, each getting closer and closer to human as we know it, and at the same time, further from the simple ape-like mammals we began as. All of this happened - according to the geological timeframe - over a period of several million years.


Who was John Scopes?

John Scopes was a teacher known for being tried for teaching evolution to his students. During his trial, known as the Scopes trial, he contended that evolution should be allowed to be taught, but was ultimately found guilty.


Should you let castrate your dog?

No, unless it gets aggressive against you for a longer period. Then, i recommend an implant. You should ask your veterinarian for more information.

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Why is information stored in DNA evidence for a creator and against evolution?

DNA evidence is not specifically stored as evidence for a creator or against evolution. However, some people may argue that the complex information encoded in DNA suggests an intelligent designer, while others view it as a product of natural selection and evolution. Ultimately, interpretations of DNA evidence depend on one's worldview and understanding of science and religion.


How do you use the word countervail in a sentence?

"The evidence for evolution countervails over the arguments against it." THis means that evidence for evolution counteracts the arguments against it.


Which discovery could provide evidence against the theory of evolution?

A discovery that shows species appearing suddenly in the fossil record without any preceding ancestors would provide evidence against the theory of evolution. This would contradict the gradual changes in species predicted by evolution.


What evidence is used to refute theory of evolution?

There is no evidence that refutes the theory of evolution by natural selection. Critiques and arguments by creationist and ID advocates are always poorly thought out and easily shown to be wrong by even undergraduates. The arguments use straw men and other fallacies plus they have been refuted so many times that to bring one of these arguments up is to self parody.


Is evolution a pseudoscience?

No. Evolution is accepted as legitimate evidence-supported science by virtually 100% of professional biologists, by 95% of scientists in general, and almost every National or International Academy of Science on the planet has issued one or more statements confirming evolution is legitimate science well supported by all available evidence.


What was man exercising in the naming of the animals?

He was exercising the vast wisdom which God had breathed into him.See also:Is there evidence against Evolution?Can you show that God exists?


Is there a credible scientific theory that opposes evolution?

No, evolution is widely supported by scientific evidence and is considered a fundamental principle of biology. There is no credible scientific theory that opposes evolution.


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 it possible to confess to a crime without any evidence against you?

Yes, it is possible to confess to a crime without any evidence against you. However, it is important to note that a confession alone is not sufficient to prove guilt in a court of law. Other evidence, such as physical evidence or witness testimony, is typically needed to secure a conviction.


Is there evidence that man was created?

There is no evidence, whether historical, anthropological or scientific, that man was created and did not evolve. In fact, our bodies contain characteristics more suited to walking on all four legs than walking upright, which would either be evidence of our evolution from ancient four-legged ancestors or evidence that man did not come from a competent creator. On the other hand, fossil evidence now shows our hominid ancestry back almost six million years to the very beginning of our line.For more information, please visit: http://christianity.answers.com/theology/the-story-of-creation


Why is this not a very good argument against the theory of evolution?

This argument is not strong because it is based on a misunderstanding or misrepresentation of evolutionary theory. Evolution is supported by a large body of evidence from multiple scientific disciplines, including genetics, paleontology, and comparative anatomy. Disputing evolution based on personal beliefs or religious views does not change the scientific validity of the theory.


Why is evolution more widely believed than creationism when in all my years of studying I have seen equal evidence for each?

If you admit creation then there must be a creator. If there is a creator then you need to consider 'what is your relationship to the creator?'To deny the existence of God/creator leaves you free from any obligation or responsibility towards the creator.