Chromosome Count Proves Evolution is Wrong

In summary, the conversation discusses the difficulty in distinguishing between pseudo-scientific thinking and real science. The conversation highlights criteria that can be used to differentiate the two, including testability, consistency with established truths, handling of falsifying data, use of vague language, progressiveness, and use of scientific methods. The conversation also refers to a book on critically thinking about New Age ideas.
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I’m wondering if that is some kind of unscientific thinking masquerading as scientific thinking. Does the thinking appear to be scientific but is, in fact, faithless to science’s basic values and methods?This definition is indebted to Sagan, The Demon-Haunted World, p. 13.

Because pseudo-scientific thinking often looks and sounds like real science, it can be quite hard for non-scientists or casual readers to tell them apart. Luckily, there are certain criteria of pseudoscience that any educated person can use to distinguish it from true science, including the following:

· 1. Does it make claims that are not testable?
· 2. Does it make claims that are inconsistent with well-established scientific truths?
· 3. Does it explain away or ignore falsifying data?
· 4. Does it use vague language that almost anything could be counted as confirming it?
· 5. Does it lack of progressiveness?
· 6. Does it involve no serious effort to conduct research using scientific method?

Thinking Critically about New Age Ideas (Belmont, CA: Wadsworth, 1991), chap. 5.
 
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What is the point of this thread?
Where is the relation to cosmology?
Is the topic (which is wrong) related to the post content?

Because pseudo-scientific thinking often looks and sounds like real science
I think that is rare.
Real science sometimes looks like pseudo-science.
 
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Related to Chromosome Count Proves Evolution is Wrong

1. What is the evidence that chromosome count disproves evolution?

The evidence that chromosome count disproves evolution is based on the fact that according to the theory of evolution, species with a common ancestor should have the same number of chromosomes. However, many species have different numbers of chromosomes, which is seen as a contradiction to the theory.

2. How does the difference in chromosome count occur?

The difference in chromosome count occurs through a process called chromosomal rearrangement. This can include events such as chromosome fusion, fission, duplication, and translocation. These changes can occur randomly over time and can result in different species having different numbers of chromosomes.

3. Can chromosomal rearrangement also be seen as evidence for evolution?

Yes, chromosomal rearrangement can also be seen as evidence for evolution. This is because it shows how species can change and adapt over time, leading to the development of new species. The difference in chromosome count can be seen as a result of these changes and can be used to study the evolutionary history of different species.

4. Are there any other factors that can affect chromosome count besides evolution?

Yes, there are other factors that can affect chromosome count besides evolution. These can include genetic mutations, environmental factors, and reproductive errors. These factors can also lead to changes in chromosome count and can happen independently of the theory of evolution.

5. Is chromosome count the only evidence used to disprove evolution?

No, there are other pieces of evidence that are used to support or disprove evolution. While chromosome count is one piece of evidence, there are also other factors such as fossil records, molecular biology, and observation of natural selection that are considered in the study of evolution. Chromosome count alone cannot be used to fully disprove the theory of evolution.

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