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To: Antonello

I think we agree. If it lasts it could fit in the definition of evolution, if it doesn't it's simply a one time mutation.


206 posted on 01/19/2006 5:06:38 PM PST by xmission
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To: xmission
"I think we agree. If it lasts it could fit in the definition of evolution, if it doesn't it's simply a one time mutation.

A good number of mutations are neutral, meaning they are not 'noticed' by selection so really do not contribute to the evolution of the population. Of course that neutral mutation may be noticed by selection later if the environment changes.

236 posted on 01/19/2006 5:42:02 PM PST by b_sharp (Science adjusts theories to fit evidence, creationism distorts evidence to fit the Bible.)
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