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The Error of the Evolution
of Species
ly compassionate and affectionate, Who creates these living
things and their properties that cure diseases and disorders.
3)Biodiversity and Products
Living things represent the basic source of all our needs
as well as our luxuries. Think of all the products you use in
your daily life: The oil and gas we use for heating; clothing
made from wool, cotton or silk; the gasoline that runs our
cars, the paper we write on, furniture made from wood or
plastic, the oil and petroleum products that represent the
backbone of industry; cleaning materials made out of ani-
mal and vegetable fats... No doubt that these and similar
products are indispensable parts of our lives. Never forget
that were it not for living species—miracles of creation that
have existed for millions of years—these products would
not exist.
Scientists agree that biological diversity represents a
matchless treasure store, and that as yet unknown species
will also provide boundless benefits. As Professor Wilson
puts it, "Wild spaces are an untapped source of new phar-
maceuticals, crops, fibers, pulp, petroleum substitutes, and
agents for the restoration of soil and water." 116
One living group whose features provide major benefits
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