Page 134 - The Miracle in the Immune System

ccording to statements of scientists, the de-
fence system possesses an "irreducible com-
plexity". This term refers to an intact system composed
of several well-matched, interacting parts that contrib-
ute to the basic function, wherein the removal of any
one of the parts causes the system to effectively cease
functioning. As an example, let us think of the devices
we would need if we were to send a fax:
- A facsimile device
- A telephone line
- A cable
- Paper.
If any one of these items is absent you cannot send a
fax. Nothing from the above list must be missing. Be-
sides, they must conform to exact specifications. For
example, the length of the cable must be sufficient for
the plug to reach the socket, otherwise the available
items will be of no use. Similarly, although all elements
of the defence system fulfill their functions perfectly, if
there are a few components which malfunction, this