by Fevie Ann B. Ramos
2012-09356
Through the years,
scientists have been studying the origin of man. Although I believe that a
higher being created the universe; I can’t help but be intrigued in the way
these primates think and act. With the abilities they have, it’s not uncommon
to think that they might be our ancestors. Darwin’s Theory of Evolution is the
most popular study regarding this.
According to his theory, the most capable species to adapt to changes in
the environment evolved into a better species.
Monkeys
are very smart and ingenious. Since most of their food source can be found in places
where insects thrive, they used a certain plant with insect repellent
properties to rub themselves. In the presence of predators, they protect
themselves by creating sounds to warn other monkeys. Monkeys which live on land
are somewhat different from the ones that live in tree tops. Since threat is
higher on land, they form groups and search for other forms of food. The size
of the brain of a species is directly proportional to the size of the group. Their
social skills are also somewhat similar to humans.
Apes are more similar to
humans in many ways. They use their brain to imitate what humans do like
cracking nuts. They also pass their tradition from one generation to another which
we can view as the beginning of culture. Apes do their best to protect their
children. Bonds are strengthened within a group in different ways like sharing
of meat and grooming. These traits can be recognized as social and political
skills.
Our ancestors were able to
stand upright through adaptation to environment. It was also shown in the
documentary how our ancestors hunt for food and they found a way to settle in
one place without the risk of famine. Arts, culture, and technology also
flourished. An example of this is the Mayan civilization.
At present, we can see how
advanced our civilization has become. We are never satisfied and we always have
that certain drive to innovate. With this attitude, colonization of other
planet might be possible in the near future.
As Chemistry major, I am
inspired on how scientists continue to innovate and look for renewable and
alternative sources of energy from our limited resources. In the future, I also
want to create something that can change our lives.
To the question about
controlling population for survival of environment or the other way around, my
stand is to control population. As humans, we must protect what God has given
us. By controlling population, it does not mean that we stop reproduction. We
just need to prevent the bursting of population to the point where we can no
longer support ourselves. I know it is cliché but we must protect what we have
today so that the future generation can have the same privilege as we have now.
Even though colonizing Mars can be possible, there is still no better place
like our home which is the mother Earth.
References:
Attenborough, D. (2008). The Life of
Mammals: Food for Thought. Retrieved May 7, 2014, from BBC:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007c1vc
Attenborough, D. (2008). The Life of
Mammals: Social Climbers. Retrieved May 7, 2014, from BBC:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b007c1rd
Rainforest primates: Mokeys, Apes and
Lemurs. (n.d.). Retrieved
May 7, 2014, from All About Wildlife:
http://www.allaboutwildlife.com/rainforest-primates-monkeys-apes-and-lemurs
Than, K. (2012, December 7). What is
Darwin's Theory of Evolution? Retrieved May 7, 2014, from Live Science:
http://www.livescience.com/474-controversy-evolution-works.html
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