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Essay:A Refutation of the 15 Questions (view source)
Revision as of 15:24, January 4, 2013
, 15:24, January 4, 2013→Part 1: A Refutation of the 15 Questions
How did life originate?
How did life originate?
This is not part of evolution. Even so, there are many explanations. Proto-life, such as nanobacteria, viruses, or prions, exist as transitionary stages. Even a simple salot crystal can replicate itself. And amino acids are widespread, even in outer space.
This is not part of evolution. Even so, there are many explanations. Proto-life, such as nanobacteria, viruses, or prions, exist as transitionary stages. Even a simple salt crystal can replicate itself. And amino acids are widespread, even in outer space.
How did the DNA code originate?
How did the DNA code originate?
This is a philosophical question, not a scientific one. However, intelligence confers an evolutionary advantage, and so does altruism/morality (since it benefits the species as a whole. Meaning (to life, presumably) is certainly not a scientific question.
This is a philosophical question, not a scientific one. However, intelligence confers an evolutionary advantage, and so does altruism/morality (since it benefits the species as a whole. Meaning (to life, presumably) is certainly not a scientific question.
Why do evolutionists tolerate the telling of “just-so” stories in their work?
They don't. The question as originally asked also includes this quote: “Darwinian explanations for such things are often too supple: Natural selection makes humans self-centered and aggressive—except when it makes them altruistic and peaceable. Or natural selection produces virile men who eagerly spread their seed—except when it prefers men who are faithful protectors and providers." However, altruism and protection of offspring confer advantages. Faithful protection ensures that the young have a higher chance of survival.
==Part 2: 15 Questions for Creationists==
==Part 2: 15 Questions for Creationists==