[Extra credit] Channel D -- 진화빙(CHEN HEBING)

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRStfFOwcsM&t=297s

Interesting Points

In a thought-provoking video, a very creative theory - the potential existence of "dinosaur man" opens up a surprising and interesting world of imagination for us. This theory imagines that if dinosaurs had not encountered the devastating asteroid impact, they might have continued to reproduce and even evolved intelligence. This is not only a bold assumption about biological evolution, but also a profound reflection on human history and future.


Theme of the Video

The core topic of the video is: What would our world be like if dinosaurs had not become extinct? It is not only a discussion about paleontology, but also a philosophical thinking across time and space. Dinosaurs, as the former overlords of the earth, their disappearance paved the way for the rise of mammals, and humans were the lucky ones in this process. But if history is rewritten and dinosaurs are still walking on the earth, then would our ancestors have the opportunity to rise and even develop civilization?

My personal opinion on this theme is that it has greatly broadened the boundaries of our thinking. Although we can never go back to the past and change history, such a thought experiment can help us better understand our own position and our relationship with the world. It makes us realize that the evolution of life is not immutable, but full of countless possibilities and uncertainties.


Relevance to Classroom

In addition, this video is closely connected to multiple concepts in the course. First, the possibility of resurrecting dinosaurs is a typical technology and society problem. With the rapid development of biotechnology, should we use it to resurrect extinct creatures? What impact will such a decision have on society? Secondly, the possibility of dinosaurs evolving into intelligent creatures also involves the issue of knowledge and power. If dinosaurs really have wisdom, how will they coexist with humans? Who will dominate this new biological competition?

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