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Natural Selection and CAs Bao-Hoi Nguyen CS240 Spring 2003 Overview • • • • • • Introduction Wolfram vs. Darwin Optimal The Leopard has an Internal CA Evidence Against Natural Selection Conclusion Introduction • Lots of complexity and diversity seen in nature. Need an explanation • Darwin: Origin of Species • Wolfram: CAs Wolfram vs. Darwin • To many parts • Interbreeding • Finches Optimal • • • • Definition Some animals have advantages Wolfram’s explanation Why only human? The Leopard has an Internal CA • Animal • SeaShells • Plant Animals • Pattern looks complex • Same patterns seen on all animals • 2D CAs easily reproduce Seashell • Patterns • Shapes • 1D CA Plants • Leaf and tree shapes • Fibonacci numbers • Golden angle Evidence Against Natural Selection • The neck of the giraffe • The first cell Conclusion • Natural selection is questionable • Wolfram’s theory is legitimate