“...There is a HUGE amount of evidence (it isn’t and never will be “proof” - science doesn’t do “proof”) for common descent of species - i.e. macro evolution....”
but when did the ape (chimp , since you like that one)
become a man??
That evidence does not prove evolution. only change within a species, which is not denied.
“species” as we understand it, for it is easy to define a word and use it to clobber someone.
RV sounds impressive, but does not prove what you imply.
Do you believe man descented from apes???
why?
So once again no answers, just more questions.
Humans are still biologically an ape. As to when biologically modern humans hit the scene - the best evidence is around 100,000 years ago.
ERV data is EVIDENCE (not proof) of common descent - and if you are capable of understanding it - very convincing evidence.
Do I believe humans and other apes share a common ancestor? Yes, I do.
Why do I believe it? Because of the massive amounts of evidence in our genome and in the fossil record.
Humans and chimps are more similar to each other in DNA than either is to a gorilla.
So how do you define “micro” and “macro” evolution?
What mechanism would stop “micro” changes from accumulating into “macro” changes?
Would you characterize the difference between a mouse and a rat as a “micro” change or a “macro” change?