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What does the word theory mean in the phrase the theory of evolution?
Lisacoyle
"Theory" in the "Theory of Evolution" phrase (and in any other similar phrase, like "theory of relativity") means that evolution is just something we suppose explains how world works, until we find a better way to explain things..."Theory" actually refers to the inherent inability of human to know the 'real' reality - or even if such 'real' reality exists (as the world of ideas of Plato).
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∙ 15y ago
Anonymous
the result of many different studies suggest natural selection as a common explanation of how organisms have changed over time
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What word do biologists use when they mean descent with modification?
Evolution?
Who discovered the theory?
Stellios Giannikopolous
Is Darwin's theory of evolution just a mere theory?
It is, but so is gravity. In science, 'theory' means 'idea that has been proven over and over and is generally accepted as truth'. It's a pity it doesn't mean the same in everyday language. ^^
What is the object of the prepositional phrase in the sentence One theory about dinosaur extinction is that a huge asteroid or comet hit the earth?
The prepositional phrase is "about dinosaur extinction" and the object is "extinction." The word "dinosaur" is called a "noun adjunct" rather than an adjective.
Is evolution still taught in schools?
Yes. Evolution is a fact and the theory of evolution by natural selection explains this fact. Creationism and Intelligent Design are always rejected as science in US courts. It gives rise to a constitutional issue. Evolutionary theory is the backbone of biology and you are not specifically educated in biology if you do not know this theory. And I would say you are not generally educated if you do not have exposure to this, one of the core theories of science.
What does it mean when it states that evolution is just a theory?
Evolution is a fact. The theory of evolution by natural selection is what you are trying to talk about. When someone says " evolution is just a theory " they are using the vulgar, common sense of the word theory. They mean guess, hunch and the like. The theory of evolution by natural selection is in the scientific sense of the word theory, which means a body of explanatory work supported by myriad lines of converging evidence that has been tested rigouusly and replicated often. Any good dictionary uses this scientific meaning of theory as the primary meaning of the word.
A sentence with the word evolution?
Charles Darwin is famous for his theory of evolution. Animals improve their survival by evolution.
What is another word for Darwin's theory of natural selection?
Evolution
A sentence with the word scientific theory?
A scientific theory is a model that withstands testing, like evolution.
What are the three theories of evolution?
The three main theories of evolution are Lamarckism, Darwinism, and punctuated equilibrium. Lamarckism suggests that organisms can pass on acquired traits to their offspring, while Darwinism proposes natural selection as the main mechanism of evolution. Punctuated equilibrium suggests that evolution occurs in rapid bursts separated by long periods of stability.
What three word phrase summarizes Darwin's mechanism of evolution?
Darwin used the phrase "descent with modification" (he didn't use the term "evolution")
What is the theory that holds modern biology together it is a nine letter word?
evolution
How do you use ad nominem in a sentence?
When you say evolution theory implies to accept the idea you just inserted, do you require us to buy it ad nominee or are you going to explain what is evolution theory and what do you mean while using it?I had to write ad nominee, because it didn't accept the original word as correct.
What does the word traditional phrase mean?
a phrase that is traditional
What are three sentences for the word evolution?
Human evolution is still hotly debated.The evolution from party-line telephones to personal cellphones has been amazing. In the evolution of a life, many events and experience shape a person.
What is a sentence for the word epitomize?
In looking for a logo, an ape would epitomize the Darwinian theory of evolution.
What do scientists mean when they use the word theory?
This is kind of a hard question. I don't know. (I'm sorry.) ----------------------------------------------------------------- When they use the word theory, it means they are talking about an idea. For example: the theory of evolution; it's an idea which has been going on for many years and still not fully proven.
