When people hear the phrase "evolution is a theory," many assume it means evolution is a mere guess or speculation. This is a misunderstanding of what a scientific theory actually is. In science, a theory is not a guess, it is a comprehensive explanation of natural phenomena, rigorously tested and supported by a vast body of evidence. The evidence for evolution is overwhelming. Fossils embedded in layers of rock reveal a chronological record of life on Earth, showing gradual changes in species o

4.3K views · 98 reactions | How was the code of DNA cracked? How did it confirm the theory of evolution? And why did life evolve the way it did? Matthew Cobb unravels the tangled story. Watch the full talk here: https://youtu.be/MYxASuEqMlY?list=PLbnrZHfNEDZz256ho3Q4gt7YrF2xApo5g | Royal Institution of Great Britain | Facebook