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To: xzins
"ID uses a different method for criticizing current evolutionary theory. It uses mathematical modeling. According to this modeling based on information theory and only possible because of the advent of computers and their ability to crunch huge numbers, the probability of such a complex system is impossible given the amount of time available. Modeling is now used in every field from aerodynamics to quantum physics. If we're told there's a mathematical problem, then I'm an adult, I can handle it." -- xzins

Attempting to model evolution without understanding any of the basic biology is the fault that plagues Dembski, Behe, and the rest of the ID crowd. Math is just the language; without factual content these folks are just babbling and their probability estimates are worthless.

For example, these fellows could use a supercomputer with the help of most accomplished mathematicians available on the planet and they still couldn't successfully model the Wright's first airplane. In all likelihood they would finish their model, run the simulation, and proudly announce that heavier-than-air flight was an impossibility. A fresh engineering school graduate with single course in aeronautics could have helped them create a proper model. They have assiduously avoided the kind of information that a microbiologist could have provided to correct their "information theory" model of biological evolution.

84 posted on 03/28/2002 9:10:11 AM PST by Vercingetorix
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To: Vercingetorix
Let me ask you a probability question.

Given the number of galaxies, the vast number of systems, planets, etc., would you say that intelligent life exists elsewhere?

BTW, Vercigetorix was an early childhood hero of mine. Even had a French penpal at the time send me a series of stamps that France had put out featuring V'rix. Unfortunately, they disappeared in a move from one home to another. (Caesar probably would've said that "intelligent" life didn't exist elsewhere until he met the warriors of V'rix.)

85 posted on 03/28/2002 10:28:19 AM PST by xzins
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