Is the theory of evolution a fact?

In summary: A supposition, especially one that is not supported by evidence, regarded as a basis for making predictions.In summary, the definition of a theory as used in science is much broader than the lay sense of the word. It includes a supposition that has not been confirmed by evidence, and is used as a basis for making predictions.
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Monique said:
That raises the question, what was there first, that wiki or this thread? :smile:
Dunno, but the seven scholarly references attached to that sentence I quoted all have dates attached to them...

Really, it spider-webs out. The first link is actually to the talkorigins page on this subject, which contains a large excerpt from an article on the subject written by Steven Jay Gould. The title: "Evolution is a Fact and a Theory".
 
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I actually rather think that the wiki supports my point more so than it supports yours, especially in regards to gravity.
 

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