What if the theory of evolution was determined to be false?

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The discussion centers on the hypothetical scenario where the theory of evolution is deemed false, leading to the acceptance of creationism as the explanation for species diversity. Participants explore how to reconcile existing scientific observations and experimental results that support evolution with this new belief system. The conversation emphasizes the shared characteristics among all animals, suggesting a continued acknowledgment of their commonality despite the rejection of evolutionary theory.

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Let's assume the theory of evolution was determined by scientists to be false and all of us accepted the idea that some supernatural being directly has created and continues to create species, with the exception of artificial selection. (This idea is a form of http://www.wikipedia.com/en/creationism.) How, then, might someone explain the observations & results of all the experiments that seemed to support the theory of evolution?

I think we would still agree that all animals were our "brethren" because of everything all animals have in common with each other
 
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