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originally posted by: cooperton
originally posted by: Phantom423
Self assembly happens all day long.
Not with DNA/RNA monomer polymerization. You specifically said that these DNA sequences come together through self-assembly, but that's the opposite of the truth. They need to be catalyzed by specific enzymes in biological organisms. They do not self-assemble. "This has been proven over and over - of course, you don't care about the science. That would ruin your agenda."
originally posted by: TzarChasm
It's always the same people endeavoring to deliver the same message, every single time this topic comes up. It suggests to me that all parties are equally insecure, or equally sustained in their respective philosophies. No one here has more blessing or burden than anyone else, so whatever it is we have accomplished with our fragile and finite resources, no rewards have been dispensed to one objector or the other. A curious absence of validation for such an enduring conflict. Almost as if there's no prize to be won regardless. And yet, we persist.
If atheists are right then it doesn't matter, if theists are right then it does matter. The paradox of nihilism is that, according to its own precepts, there's no point in even expressing your opinion
originally posted by: neoholographic
Phantom's arguments has been shot down so many times, but he keeps making them like a broken record.
originally posted by: Phantom423
a reply to: cooperton
Self assembly happens all day long. No supernatural intervention required.
originally posted by: cooperton
originally posted by: Phantom423
Self assembly happens all day long.
Not with DNA/RNA monomer polymerization. You specifically said that these DNA sequences come together through self-assembly, but that's the opposite of the truth. They need to be catalyzed by specific enzymes in biological organisms. They do not self-assemble. "This has been proven over and over - of course, you don't care about the science. That would ruin your agenda."
originally posted by: TzarChasm
It's always the same people endeavoring to deliver the same message, every single time this topic comes up. It suggests to me that all parties are equally insecure, or equally sustained in their respective philosophies. No one here has more blessing or burden than anyone else, so whatever it is we have accomplished with our fragile and finite resources, no rewards have been dispensed to one objector or the other. A curious absence of validation for such an enduring conflict. Almost as if there's no prize to be won regardless. And yet, we persist.
If atheists are right then it doesn't matter, if theists are right then it does matter. The paradox of nihilism is that, according to its own precepts, there's no point in even expressing your opinion
originally posted by: TzarChasm
Some peculiar neurochemical gratification is my reward for the occasional mental exercise. What's your reward?
originally posted by: Phantom423
a reply to: cooperton
Self assembly happens all day long. No supernatural intervention required.
There is a coherent plan in the universe, though I don't know what it's a plan for.
Fred Hoyle
originally posted by: Phantom423
Cooperton and Neowhatever are fixed on a false agenda. But neither has any foundation in science
originally posted by: TerraLiga
a reply to: cooperton
When you're on your deathbed and, after having spent thousands of hours trying, you discover you've converted 0 souls to your cult. How will you feel then?
originally posted by: Phantom423
a reply to: sarahvital
Hoyle is entitled to his opinion. The mathematics don't agree with him. The universe is self organized. If it wasn't it wouldn't be here and we wouldn't be here. Self assembly is integral to the organization of the universe. Every theory of origin of the universe DOES NOT require a supernatural intervention - doesn't matter whether it's the Big Bang theory, inflation or whatever.
The idea that a supernatural wand is required is founded on ignorance. It's an attempt to change the discussion to something that can't be analyzed or proved. Physics and science in general say NOTHING about a god or supernatural beings - not the existence or lack thereof. That's because there's nothing to analyze or take into the lab. It's simply speculation with no evidence. That's not science. It's bull sheeeeet. And Coop and Neo are full of it.
There are lots of theories about a multi universe. Hugh Everett was the first to publish about the idea. But it will always remain a theory because there's no way to access a multi verse and, therefore, to prove that it exists. The video suggest that a lot of scientists buy into it. Well, they don't buy into it. They examine the mathematics and try to draw conclusions. Sean Carroll is a multi verse enthusiast. But he'll be the first to admit that proof is impossible. To date, no definitive conclusion has been put forth primarily because there's no way to prove it in the lab. Theories are only as good as their proof. If you can take your theory to the LHC and get some positive results, you may have something. But I seriously doubt that will ever happen with the multi verse theory. So in my opinion, it's a waste of time and energy. Makes a good story though.
There's a difference between science which can be verified and bs that has no basis in reality. Cooperton and Neowhatever are fixed on a false agenda. But neither has any foundation in science and simply use cut and paste frenzies to make their points. Science DOES NOT work that way. If you have nothing to take into the lab and no mathematics to back it up, then you have nothing.
originally posted by: Phantom423
a reply to: cooperton
Self assembly happens all day long. No supernatural intervention required.
originally posted by: Phantom423
a reply to: sarahvital
You're alive, you idiot. That's where it is. Every cell in your body is replaced every 7 years. And it doesn't require magic wand to do it. Happens all by itself.
Are there any true Atheists even left? Hard-science materialists? Do raise your hand if so. I'm hearing a post or two that sound like it but surely that can't be?