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Is There More Wonder In Genes Than In Gods? - A Conversation with Alex O' Connor
The Poetry of Reality with Richard Dawkins
Human Influence on Evolutionary Paths
This chapter examines how human activities, especially hunting, can inadvertently drive natural selection and alter species traits. It highlights various cases of rapid evolution, including the impact of trophy hunting on elephants and how pollution has affected the coloration of peppered moths. Additionally, the discussion delves into the complexities of genetic inheritance, the role of symbiotic viruses, and the contrasting behaviors of genes in relation to survival and reproduction.
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