Science Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
It is possible to explain the world religiously and non-religiously because
A
science can explain the world and universe in a non-religious way
- so its no longer possible to prove that God exists purely by looking at the workings of nature
2
Q
What do atheists such as Richard Dawkins argue
A
that life on earth could have evolved rather than been created (theory of evolution) meaning there is no need for God
3
Q
What does Dawkins believe the sole purpose of life is?
A
To pass on DNA
4
Q
what is a criticism of the theory of evolution
A
scientific evidence for it is limited
5
Q
Criticism of Dawkins idea that the sole purpose of life is to pass on DNA
A
Its not the sole purpose of life
- what about knowledge, discovery and moral development
