Chapter 509 - 243: Let Me Take a Look! (5.6K)_3

Of course.

Many people in later generations claim that the theory of evolution is a flawed theory, but this statement is also excessive.

Those who truly understand biology should know.

The modern biological theory wasn’t developed overnight. It actually has three stages:

Lamarck’s theory of use and disuse, Darwin’s theory of evolution, and modern evolutionary synthesis.

Many criticize the ’theory of evolution’ in textbooks as being wrong, but what’s taught now is the modern evolutionary synthesis, which is an optimization of Darwin’s theory of evolution.

It actually fixes many of Darwin’s loopholes—granted, even so, evolutionary theory still has some flaws and loopholes that remain unresolved to this day.

But at least in the knowledge accessible to ordinary people... within the scope of nine-year compulsory education, it holds its ground.

There are loopholes in professional academic fields, and quite a few at that. If you really want to find them, they can list out a whole bunch for you.

But ordinary people basically can’t understand these contents. Most of the "loopholes in the theory of evolution" you hear about have actually long been patched.

In other words.

The current theory of evolution may not be entirely correct, but it’s certainly not completely wrong either:

Because scientific theories are constantly progressing and evolving, perhaps other theories will emerge in the future, but who can say for sure?

However, as far as the current theoretical and technological levels are concerned.

The modern evolutionary synthesis is still an irreplaceable model for the time being.

If you want to overthrow it, there’s no problem with that.

But at least develop a model that can replace it.

It’s like living in a drafty old house, everyone knows it’s uncomfortable.

But if you don’t have money to buy a new house or stay in a hotel, what can you do?

You can only make do with it, and then work and save money.

Surely you can’t just demand the house be demolished and live outside in the northwest wind, right?

That would be rather extreme too.

Scientific theories are like this, each era has its limitations, and it’s not just black or white.

Of course.

This doesn’t mean that Xu Yun would agree with some of the online statements saying ’this is our ancestor’ just by posting a picture of a fish.

The origin of species, with the current human understanding of DNA, cannot possibly have a correct conclusion in the short term.

But Xu Yun still feels that the phrase ’the survival of the fittest’ makes a lot of sense.

For example, the online literature industry he was involved in during his previous life.

The authors in earlier years were so fortunate, except for Blood Red the tentacle monster, everyone was lazily hitting four thousand words a day.

Ever since a certain Eagle appeared, writing ten thousand words a day became the norm.

Apart from some truly skilled authors, four thousand words simply couldn’t achieve good results.

Even Red-haired Dong Ge started doing nine thousand words daily, and Xu Yun earned the nickname of breaking the daily word count record of thirty thousand through his diligent updates, what a disgrace...

Ahem, back to the point.

In short.

Xu Yun still has some admiration for Mr. Darwin.

His theories may not be as profound as Wheat’s or Stokes’s, but their influence on the history of human science is certainly not inferior.

This is a sage worthy of respect.

While Xu Yun was contemplating this.

Darwin, sitting across from him, seemed to sense a slight change in Xu Yun’s attitude. After a moment of hesitation, he tentatively spoke:

"So, my friend, may I have a look at your body?"

Xu Yun:

"...."

Can I take back what I just said, what the hell am I respecting here!

.......

Note:

"It is said that there are some immortals who can fly in the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow sect. Is this true?" Seeing the other’s spittle almost spraying on his face, Xu Yun discreetly distanced himself and explained, "Flying is not possible, it’s just that their physical condition might be a bit better than ordinary people, and they generally have a longer lifespan..." He had read Hamilton mention it in the book "1650-1830: Two Hundred Years of Leap in the History of Science". Due to Fat Fish’s significant contributions to the timeline, the ’Wind Spirit Moon Shadow sect’ naturally also gained in popularity in this world. Some fans of Little Niu, or scientists seeking more truth, were very interested in the Wind Spirit Moon Shadow sect. Some even spent a fortune traveling to the East to investigate. Xu Yun had once mentioned to Little Niu the so-called cultivators, which had since been exaggerated and fantasized. However, as the saying goes, one should not share deep thoughts with shallow friends, and now that Xu Yun and Big Bald Head were merely fleeting acquaintances, it was obviously unwise to talk nonsense. Hence, out of prudence, he resorted to describing some local Daoist scenarios. Local Daoism has become known as the epitome of health techniques in later generations and indeed holds considerable prestige in health matters. Figures like Daoist Zhang Zhishun, who truly engage in pure cultivation, are so revered that even many skeptics of traditional culture can’t find a point of contention. And upon hearing "generally have a longer lifespan," Big Bald Head’s eyes sparkled with even more delight. He gently licked his lips, adjusted his glasses, and asked, "So... is your body in great condition too?" Then, without waiting for Xu Yun’s answer, he couldn’t help but extend his hand, "My friend, let me have a look at your body, okay..." Xu Yun: "?????" As a man with standard preferences, Xu Yun naturally wouldn’t do something as reckless as advancing towards another man. In the instant Big Bald Head made a move, Xu Yun stood up and employed the step and battle stance from the Lai Fu Sword Technique. With energy sinking to his dantian, he overwhelmed the opponent effortlessly, pinning their left hand against the table."Hsss..." Big Bald Head’s forehead immediately broke out in a large sweat, and his expression visibly showed a trace of pain, yet his eyes shone even brighter, "Such a body... with such strength, the East! The Eas... hsss, pain, pain, pain—"Xu Yun: "...."Is this guy a masochist or something? However, since this was after all the library of the University of Cambridge, Xu Yun only held him for a brief five or six seconds before letting go once he figured it was enough. He stepped back and grabbed the book "1650-1830: Two Hundred Years of Leap in the History of Science" from the table, ready to leave.Seeing this, Big Bald Head, ignoring the pain in his left hand, jumped to his feet and said, "My friend, please wait, I mean no harm!" Xu Yun turned his head, his mouth twitching slightly, "No harm? Then why are you still saying you want to see my body?" Big Bald Head exhaled gently, baring his teeth as he rubbed his elbow. "You misunderstood. I was merely curious if there’s something special about Eastern people’s physical constituencies." "You may not know this, but over these years, I’ve been conducting research on evolution, and the only thing I lack is normal Eastern