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Science, Evolution, And Creationism: A View from the National Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Medicine by Institute of Medicine; National Academy of Sciences; Committee on Revising Science and Creationism: A View from the National Academy of Sciences is a science book available to read on EtoBox.
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<p>How did life evolve on Earth? The answer to this question can help us understand our past and prepare for our future. Although evolution provides credible and reliable answers, polls show that many people turn away from science, seeking other explanations with which they are more comfortable.</p> <p>In the book <i>Science, Evolution, and Creationism,</i> a group of experts assembled by the National Academy of Sciences and the Institute of Medicine explain the fundamental methods of science, document the overwhelming evidence in support of biological evolution, and evaluate the alternative perspectives offered by advocates of various kinds of creationism, including "intelligent design." The book explores the many fascinating inquiries being pursued that put the science of evolution to work in preventing and treating human disease, developing new agricultural products, and fostering industrial innovations. The book also presents the scientific and legal reasons for not teaching creationist ideas in public school science classes.</p> <p>Mindful of school board battles and recent court decisions, <i>Science, Evolution, and Creationism</i> shows that science and religion should be vi
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- Author
- Institute of Medicine; National Academy of Sciences; Committee on Revising Science and Creationism: A View from the National Academy of Sciences
- Publisher
- The National Academies Press
- Published
- 2008
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9780309105866
- Category
- science
- Subjects
- Fiction, Mathematics, Biology
- Rating
- 3.99 / 5 (85 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-14
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