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Richard Dawkins on Evolution, Atheism, and Aliens
Closer To Truth
Molecular Insights and Cultural Evolution
This chapter examines the profound influence of molecular biology on understanding evolutionary relationships, particularly highlighting the surprising connections such as the relationship between whales and hippos. It also explores the concept of memes and their parallels to genetic evolution, discussing how cultural ideas can replicate similarly to biological traits. Furthermore, the chapter critiques traditional beliefs about group selection in evolutionary biology, emphasizing a gene-centric view of natural selection and its implications for animal behavior.
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