jpotts wrote:This is probably some of the stupidest questions I've seen.
Trying to find exactly where you stand on an issue? Are you are incapable of answering a question without becoming argumentative? I am trying to have a conversation with you right now, not an argument.
jpotts wrote:
First, the whole point and purpose of the double-helix construction of DNA is to prevent mutation the first place. This is the reason why millions of cells divide daily in our bodies without the vast majority of them going tumorous. It is also the reason why many viral strains, whose makeup consists of single-ended RNA strands, tend to mutate frequently. It is the reason why after years of vaccination science, they cannot eliminate things like influenza and the common cold.
Yes thank you, I know DNA is constructed to prevent over-mutation. I know that DNA replication occurs in the nucleus of the cell where various enzymes unzip the DNA which is then transcribed and replicated. That is high school biology and no I did not have to look it up.
jpotts wrote:
Second, the vast majority of mutations that occur are generally fatal.
Third, just because a mutation occurs in a host doesn't mean that it is passed on to subsequent generations.
By you misinterpreted my meaning of mutation. I meant mutation not within cells of already matured things, but mutations when an embryo is created. Those mutations can be fatal, yes. But frequently they are not and result in a small abnormality (as compared to the parents of the being) once grown. For example, a child can grown to be significantly taller or shorter than either of their parents or grandparents. This is an extreme example. Most changes are subtle and unremarkable.
jpotts wrote:
Finally, many cross-bred, and "mutated" species tend to be sterile. Furthermore, those creatures who survive their mutations tend to not be selected as compatible mates, and often do not pass on their genetic material to the next generation.
???
You are thinking of extra limbs. I am thinking of 1 inch taller or slightly more prominent cheek bones or a slightly different shade of skin or sharper (or weaker) eyesight. If genetic in nature, slight variations do occur and can be passed to their children.
Do you understand or do I need to spell it out for you more?
jpotts wrote:This "challenge" is being laid down by someone who obviously knows very little about basic biology.
Yeah.
So I'll take that as:
1. Do you believe in DNA?
yes2. Do you believe in gene inheritance?
yesNow that you understand what I meant by #3, lets move on. Do you agree with my meaning of #3?