Evolution, by definition, is "the process in which significant changes in the inheritable traits of a species or population occur over time" (Biology 12, 2003). Charles Darwin is the founder of the theory of natural selection. This theory is based on the survival of the fittest, and whoever can adapt the best to its environment will survive. Comte Georges Louis de Leclerc Buffon, Jean Baptist Pierre Antoine de Monet, Chevalier de Lamarck, Sir Charles Lyell, Nicholas Steno and Leonardo da Vinci's theories all lend themselves to the belief that evolution is occurring. (Biology 12, 2003).
Comte Georges Louis de Leclerc Buffon's theory states that similar organisms developed from an organism which may have contributed to the development of other organisms. For example, it is believed that human beings developed from primates, so this is a possible common ancestor to human beings (Biology 12, 2003). Jean Baptist Pierre Antoine de Monet, Chevalier de Lamarck's theory suggests that the environment had a role in the development and change of species. He also suggested that species could inherit traits from past generations. For example, a frog that is bright green could mate with a frog that is brown and together could produce frog that is dark green. This is a mutation that was inherited by a new generation, and this mutation could help the frog camouflage itself. This theory helps to forward Darwin's theory about how adaptations to the environment could help a species have a better chance of survival. (Biology 12, 2003).
Sir Charles Lyell developed a theory which states that the "Earth's surface has always changed and continues to change through similar, uniform and very gradual processes" (Biology 12, 2003). This theory is called uniformitarianism. For example, it has been suggested that the continents on Earth used to be as one, and broke apart, and are moving further away their original position as time goes on.
What is evolution? ... Evolution also has two subunits which can be divided into micro evolution and macro evolution. The kind of evolution documented above is micro evolution. ... I think the difference between the two is senseless because macro evolution is cumulative micro evolution. ... The word evolution has many different meanings. ...
Evolution The origins of mankind is an extremely controversial issue within today's society. ... One such argument is the conflict involving the theory of evolution versus the theory of creation. After extensive scientific research, it is apparent that the theory of evolution is correct. ... Similarities in these categories link species together and are therefore studied to support evolutionism. ... Darwin proposed that evolution occurred as the result of natural selection. ...
Evolution Evolution is the change that species undergo over time. ... Evolution can be found in fossil records and chemical and structural similarities. ... Probably the most popular evidence for evolution is the numerous fossils found over time. ... Therefore, evolution will have occurred. ... The most popular piece of evidence for evolution are the fossil records. ...
Discussion Assignment # 2, Topic 2 Conflicts between scientists and nonscientist's beliefs of evolution are nothing new to the scientific community. Scientists spend years solely on the research of evolution theories to provide evidence for evolution. This enables them to present facts and defend evolution as a truth. However, showing clear-cut evidence to a nonscientist that evolution exists still presents a major problem. ... Archeological fossils have been found that creates some evidence that points to more or less evolution. ...
Today's human being is the product of millions of years of trial and error through the process of evolution. Charles Darwin was the first to bring fourth the idea of evolution. ... Evolution is the most logical explanation for mans place on earth. ... Almost all scientists believe in some sort of evolution, though they may not agree on all the details they all agree that evolution is the reason for mans place on earth. ... Even with all the proof pointing towards evolution the majority of the world still believes in spontaneous creation by God. ...
The Theory of Evolution The theory of evolution creates tremendous controversy in today's society. Anything as controversial as the creation/evolution debate is bound to generate a diversity of opinions. ... I believe the theory of evolution should be banned from educational courses because of religious conflict. ... Much evidence can be provided against the theory of evolution. ... Evolution supports the idea that humans and apes evolved from a single common ancestor. ...
Creationists say that the evolution theory is biased and incomplete. ... The process of evolution, which all living things developed from unicellular organisms, over billions of years Exactly how evolution occurs is still debated but it is a scientific fact that it does occur. ... Evolution apparently has no built-in direction or purpose. ... It is clear that evolution is much clearer to understand and accept than the creationism theory. There will always be people who will still be curious as to how we appeared on the earth, and some people will oppose the evolution theory, therefore, the evo...
Theory of Evolution Today's human being is the product of millions of years of trial and error through the process of evolution. Charles Darwin was the first to bring fourth the idea of evolution. ... Evolution is the most logical explanation for mans place on earth. ... Almost all scientists believe in some sort of evolution, though they may not agree on all the details they all agree that evolution is the reason for mans place on earth. ... Even with all the proof pointing towards evolution the majority of the world still believes in spontaneous creation by God. ...
Today's human being is the product of millions of years of trial and error through the process of evolution. Charles Darwin was the first to bring fourth the idea of evolution. ... Evolution is the most logical explanation for mans place on earth. ... Almost all scientists believe in some sort of evolution, though they may not agree on all the details they all agree that evolution is the reason for mans place on earth. ... Even with all the proof pointing towards evolution the majority of the world still believes in spontaneous creation by God. ...
Theory of Evolution Today's human being is the product of millions of years of trial and error through the process of evolution. Charles Darwin was the first to bring fourth the idea of evolution. ... Evolution is the most logical explanation for mans place on earth. ... Theory of Evolution Today's human being is the product of millions of years of trial and error through the process of evolution. ... Evolution is! ...
