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>>qqqqqu+(OP)
A non handwavy explanation of how does evolution result in such complicated and carefully orchestrated mechanisms, way beyond our engineering capability. The computer analogy of genetic algorithms certainly doesn't explain much, they are not very effective, and if they were, we should be able to generate marvels of engineering with GAs and current computational power.

>>yters+Yo
A whole LOT of time, a whole lot of space.

So estimate 1 minor good random mutation per 10,000 population. Assume 1 major mutation per 1000 years, per 10,000 population.