Sentences with phrase «relatively recent appearance»

Moreover, the relatively recent appearance of the dilute colors in this old breed, which did not appear until the 1950's, is evidence of breed tampering with other breeds.

Not exact matches

And the appearance of mind (in the sense of consciousness, not in the sense of the pervasive mentality that constitutes all actualities) is a relatively recent development in our corner of the universe at least.

Instead, they seek to discredit the scientific theory of evolution by amassing evidence that is allegedly consistent with the relatively recent, abrupt appearance of the universe, the earth, living things, and man in substantially the same form as they now have.

By calibrating what scientists call the molecular clock — the hypothesis that mutation occurs at a predictable rate — to the panda separation 12 million years ago, one group of researchers suggests the polar bear's appearance as a species is a relatively recent phenomenon.

Since the appearance of this infection is relatively recent, little is known about how long patients shed the virus in their respiratory secretions.

Serving as proof of the importance of design and image, the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is built upon the relatively unremarkable platform used by the discontinued LR2 model, but features an attractive and distinctive appearance that has helped to fuel Land Rover sales in recent years.