Topic > Evolution: Evolution and Evolutionary Theory

Evolutionary thinking is full of theories, ideas and beliefs. The definition of evolution is quite simple. According to Jerry A. Coyle, evolution is “the change in the inherited characteristics of biological populations over successive generations (2). Evolution gives rise to diversity when it comes to the hierarchy of life otherwise known as biological organization. Many people find the topic of evolution worrying and very confusing. Throughout history churches have preached that evolution is atheistic and a sin to even think about. The famous scientist Charles Darwin is said to have been the first to formulate the debated theory of evolution through the means of natural selection. Eventually, in the 20th century, genetics was integrated with Charles Darwin's theories of evolution. Even today, scientists continue to study different aspects of the theory of evolution. There is a long history surrounding evolution. Theories really established with creationism. According to Donald R. Prothero, an eminent paleontologist, creationism is the belief that living organisms in the universe...