EVOLUTIONISTS: Do you really believe that mutation is the cause of change from one species to another? If so?

Question

... then consider the following:
In the documentary Genetics: Patterns of Diversity it concludes, "But still, the controversy remains. The challenge to Darwin's theory is to explain these molecular changes in terms of natural selection." There are many other challenges to Darwin's theory. Creationist Dr. Parker states:
Evolutionists assume that all life started from one or a few chemically evolved life forms with an extremely small gene pool. For evolutionists, enlargement of the gene pool by selection of random mutations is a slow, tedious process that burdens each type with a "genetic load" of harmful mutations and evolutionary leftovers.
...The creationist mechanism works and it's consistent with what we observe. The evolutionist assumption doesn't work, and it's not consistent with what we presently know of genetics and reproduction. As a scientist, I tend to prefer ideas that do work and do help to explain what we can observe. (Creation 115)
It is an established fact that

mutations can not be the mechanism that explains the process of evolution because it leads to the destruction of the organism.
Now, the creation model for variety that Parker refers to is the genetic square (114). This is the mechanism which is believed to have caused differences among people at the Biblical "Tower of Babel" incident. "Variation within created types" is a scientific fact (107). This is the (creationist) mechanism by which we observe such diversity among organisms. Evolutionists try to exaggerate this scientific fact to further their claims. The fact is, as Dr. Gary Parker wrote, "Creationists don't believe that frogs turn into princes... but rather that frogs and people were separately created from the same kinds of molecular 'building blocks'".

Answer 1

You have certainly drawn a lot of attention on this question. I am sorry that none of the creationists have responded as have the evolutionists. I appreciate what you have written. I have not read enough about Modelling to even express an opinion on it. I do know that GOD is the Creator and we are the Created. HE is the one that should be the focus of our studies not some chimp in a zoo but these people seem to think that it is possible to change species as an evolutionary movement. That has been almost totally and completly proven WrOnG. Have a great evening and a wonderful LORD's DAY! Eds

Answer 2

I'm not an "Evolutionist" in the concrete sense, but I believe in both the theory of evolution as well as God's involvement in the creation of life.

Yes, I believe that, scientifically, mutations in genes are responsible for the evolution of creatures... there's empirical evidence.

It's true that, as the environment changes and the biosphere fluxes, organisms start to develop a need to adapt to the changing situation. Genetic mutations are actually really common, and the ones that aid the survival of a species are the ones that are maintained. So, yes, you lose a lot of organisms in the process, but it serves to create a more adapted species that will be able to carry on and fulfill its role in maintaining the balance.

Nevertheless, that isn't to say that the mutations aren't instigated by a higher power. Perhaps the seemingly random nature of these mutations isn't so random after all.

Answer 3

You do realize that *every single one* of your quotes have been scientifically proven to be incorrect, don't you? Perhaps you should keep up on your science education, instead of watching the 700 club all day.

By the way, since your "creationism" offers no explanation for the approximately 70% of your DNA that is "junk" DNA (useless leftovers from earlier evolutionary steps), perhaps you would care to explain why "god" would put all this leftover DNA into his "perfect" creation? Your "creator" sure does lousy work.

Please, join us in the 21st century and leave ancient superstitious myths behind. It's very sad to see what might be an intelligent mind filled with delusion, superstion, and myth and so lacking in critical thinking skills.

Peace.

Answer 4

I wish that people would stop calling variation in species "micro evolution". There is no micro evolution, and there is no macro evolution.

There is variation in species. One becomes dominant as an example of survival of the fittest. How could an organism evolve a defense mechanism? It would die out before the defense mechanism evolved. Stop reading your evolution prayer books and use your head!

Evolution is not possible. That was demonstrated when fruit flies were exposed to radiation. There were plenty of genetic mutations, but they were harmful. No new species began to evolve.

Answer 5

Well I think you've hit on the reason why evolution is considered a theory. But you have to consider that it takes place over a long LONG period of time, too long to observe really. Evolution explains why there are variations within species very well I think. You must also consider the archaeological evidence that has been found...

Answer 6

You're DEEPLY misinformed.

"mutations can not be the mechanism that explains the process of evolution because it leads to the destruction of the organism."

Here's an equivalent statement:

"there is no point in entering a lottery, because the numbers you guess will not be the same as the winning numbers"

Get the picture?

CD

Answer 7

there are even more challenges to intelligent design... who could believe that?

mutation is one of the most important genetic occurances, along with variation and gene flow. it makes evolution possible. genetic traits are passed on through generations, and that is how we aquire new traits

Answer 8

You said it yourself. These mutations are a slow tedious process. Species change over time, adapting to changes in their environment. They either change or they become extinct. It's that simple.

Hope this helps.

Answer 9

Mutation (as you so wrongly put it) does not necessarily lead to destruction of the organism. If you cannot discover proof of that simple fact, please do not bother posting silly Godidit notions . My dog "mutated" from a Wolf, therefore it does not exist ?

Answer 10

Hello!
You are never going to get good science from a creationist. That would be like learning about Christianity from a Muslim.