Resolved: There is sufficient evidence for the belief in evolution

As I stated, the burden of proof is on me. You cannot prove to me without a shadow of a doubt, that humans came from monkeys. I find this argument to be quite humorous to say the least. In fact, evolution does NOT say that we came from monkeys; rather we descended from a common ancestor. Let's recall what I stated evolution means. Evolution is the change in the alleles of a species over time. In case you do not understand that, here is another definition I use. Therefore, all what I need to do to win this debate is to show evidence for that. Furthermore, this undermines your beliefs. The Bible says that we came from dust. Why is there still dust? (1) The change in genetic composition of a population over successive generations, which may be caused by natural selection, inbreeding, hybridization, or mutation. (2) The sequence of events depicting the evolutionary development of a species or of a group of related organisms; phylogeny. . http://www.biology-online.org... Over the course of this debate, I shall present major arguments for the proof of evolution. Fact 1: Fossil Record Prove Evolution Remember, all what I have to do to win this debate is to show how it is possible for the change in genetic composition of a population is possible and has happened. Here is how the fossil record proves evolution: By comparing layers of sediment from different parts of the world, the sequence from the earliest life to present can and has been observed. In this way, the fossil record shows a change from simple to complex. Transitional fossils provide evidence for evolutionary change. For example, the evolution from ancient reptiles to mammals is well documented by a series of transition fossils. [1] Fact 2: Bacteria proves evolution by its complexity and structure Ladies and gentlemen, please direct your attention to source number 2. This was a research project done by scientist at the Michigan State University that took place over a period of 18 years. This scientist studied bacteria in support of evolution. This is what he found: "In that time, the bacteria have changed significantly. For one thing, they are bigger — twice as big on average as their common ancestor. They are also far better at reproducing in these flasks, dividing 70 percent faster than their ancestor. These changes have emerged through spontaneous mutations and natural selection, and Dr. Lenski and his colleagues have been able to watch them unfold. When Dr. Lenski began his experiment 18 years ago, only a few scientists believed they could observe evolution so closely. Today evolutionary experiments on microbes are under way in many laboratories. And thanks to the falling price of genome-sequencing technology, scientists can now zero in on the precise genetic changes that unfold during evolution, a power previous generations of researchers only dreamed of. " Fact 3: Bacteria proves evolution by its resistance. If this isn’t proof of evolution, I do not know what is [3]. What is antibody resistance? Antibiotic resistance is the ability of bacteria or other microbes to resist the effects of an antibiotic. Antibiotic resistance occurs when bacteria change in some way that reduces or eliminates the effectiveness of drugs, chemicals, or other agents designed to cure or prevent infections. The bacteria survive and continue to multiply causing more harm. | Conclusion | I have presented these major arguments in favour of the change in the alleles of a species over time. They are: Examples of fossil evidence in support of evolution; Bacteria provides support for evolution by evolving; Bacteria provides support for evolution by its resistance. All these prove that there has to be a change in the alleles over time. Back to you! Sources: . http://www.talkorigins.org... . http://www.nytimes.com... . http://www.cdc.gov...