Richard Dawkins/ The Selfish Gene
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A 10 page analysis of biologists Richard Dawkins' book The Selfish Gene in which Dawkins proposes a theory of natural selection that encompasses all human behavior. This theory maintains that the process of natural selection actually works at the level of the gene. Dawkins is, above all else, a Darwinist and the basis for his theory is really quite elegant in its simplicity. Life's complex evolutionary path can be accounted for, according to Dawkins, by simply examining the ways in which genes preserve their own existence by promoting behaviors and characteristics that increase their chances of survival into the next generation. No additional sources cited.
Filename: 90slfish.rtf

Evolution and Creationism
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A 16 page paper discussing the strengths and weakness of the views of the creationists and the evolutionists. While evolutionists present a single group, creationists come adhering to all manner of ideas and theories. The most vocal group are the young-earth creationists, who maintain the earth likely is 6,000 years old and certainly no more than 10,000. Regardless of the unwillingness of this group to accept evolutionary theory as plausible or even as fact, there are other creationist groups who do, who even embrace evolution as a sign of God's involvement in progressive creation. The paper examines each side's strengths, weaknesses, conflicts and evidence. Bibliography lists 16 sources.
Filename: KSevolution15.wps

Florida's Coral Reefs: The Role of the Sugar Industry and Wetland Treatment
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A 6 page discussion of the importance of Florida's coral reefs and the factors adversely impacting them. Identifies the sugar industry as the primary culprit in this decline and recommends the use of man made wetlands to treat their agricultural effluent. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPcoralF.wps

Acid Rain: Effects on the Environment and Man
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A 5 page overview of the phenomenon of acid rain. Describes the phenomenon from a chemical standpoint emphasizing the role of sulfuric acid, chlorofluorocarbons, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and nitric acid. Relates the impacts which acid rain can have on the environment and on man. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: PPacdRn2.wps

"Dr. Tatiana's Sex Advice to All Creation" by Olivia Judson
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A 5 page book report on "Dr. Tatiana's Sex Advice to All Creation" by Olivia Judson. No additional sources cited.
Filename: RAsexjud.rtf

"Origin of the Species": An Analysis of the Theories of Charles Darwin
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A 5 page discussion of the concepts of natural selection. Details Darwin's theories in regard to fitness and adaptation to an ecological niche. Emphasizes that much of Darwin's work is supported by a volume of contemporary scientific information. Concludes that while evolution is not a phenomena which can be precisely detailed, and is instead only a process which is recorded in bits and pieces, it is a process for which the preponderance of scientific information is in support. No additional sources are listed.
Filename: PPdarwi2.wps

(A) History of Biology
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A general, 5 page overview of the history of biology. Discusses key developments and important discoveries. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: Biolhist.wps