Young Earth Creationism Vs. Science (Statler Waldorf Contd)

[Lethe]

The ATP Pump is constructed using the energy from, you guessed it, other ATP Pumps. So you can apply all the raw energy you like to the system, it's not going to do any good without these mechanisms already in place, but you can't get these mechanisms in place without these mechanisms in place.

The study of abiogenesis is in it's infancy compared to that of evolution; however, it's currently hypothesisized pyrophosphite played a key role in the development of the first life forms.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/201...094906.htm

Though no, there is yet no definitive explanation.

Like I said, raw energy only increases entropy, so the "well it's an open system" argument doesn't work.

Earth is an open system. An open system refers to an exchange of matter and energy. If it were not an open system processes such as photosynthesis, which you mentioned above, could not take place.

On a side note, it's kind of funny you reference South Park considering its creators (Parker and Stone) in their own words "F***ing hate Atheists" lol.

They're not the sharpest knives in the drawer, but that doesn't mean they can't be amusing. There's actually an interview of Parker explaining what he thought atheism was. It's hilarious:

http://abcnews.go.com/Nightline/Entertai...197&page=2

"Out of all the ridiculous religion stories -- which are greatly, wonderfully ridiculous -- the silliest one I've ever heard is, 'Yeah, there's this big, giant universe and it's expanding and it's all going to collapse on itself and we're all just here, just 'cuz. Just 'cuz. That to me, is the most ridiculous explanation ever."

Never mind the fact that atheism is no more a religion than theism (though I'm sure you'll disagree), and only a closed universe collapses, the "just 'cuz" translates to complete and utter ignorance of science, which in all honesty isn't too surprising. But I haven't watch the show for it's intellect, only it's occasional humor bits. Tangent though.