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A scientific theory can change if?
It can change if it is proven wrong, or if a new theory is proven more likely to be true.
What is the difference between law an theory?
a law is something that is true and a theory is an opinion or thought that can be proven wrong.
Is an educated assumption to be proven?
Nope, educated assumptions are more of a theoretical answer to a question, since theory cannot be proven wrong given the conditions put forth before the theory is stated, same with the educated assumption, what can be proven wrong is the conditions given prior to the assumption
Science question What is an idea that has never been proven wrong?
theory
Can a theory be proven wrong?
Yes, a theory can be proven wrong through empirical evidence that contradicts its predictions or explanations. This process is fundamental to the scientific method, where theories are constantly tested and revised based on new data and observations.
Is the theory of evolution falsifiable?
Yes, the theory of evolution is falsifiable. This means that it can be tested and potentially proven wrong through scientific evidence.
How was the cell theory proven wrong?
The cell theory has not been proven wrong; instead, it has been refined and expanded upon over time as new discoveries are made in the field of biology. The core principles of the cell theory, such as the idea that all living organisms are composed of cells, remain fundamental to our understanding of life.
What three tests must a scientific theory pass to be accepted as the correct theory for a natural event?
A scientific theory must be testable, falsifiable, and have explanatory power in order to be accepted as the correct theory for a natural event. This means that the theory must be able to be tested through experiments or observations, potentially proven wrong if new evidence arises, and provide a comprehensive explanation for the phenomenon it describes.
Can you provide an example of a theory that is falsifiable?
Yes, the theory of evolution by natural selection is an example of a falsifiable theory. This means that it can be tested and potentially proven wrong through empirical evidence.
When and why do scientists discard scientific theory?
Scientific theorums are normally discarded after they have been proven to be wrong after a series of testing to verify if the theory was correct or not. Scientific theorums can take years, sometimes decades to be proven to be correct or incorrect.
If there was no big bang what would the universe be like now?
Exactly the same, there was no big bang!! That theory has been proven wrong.
Are scientific theories forever?
No, they can be proven wrong. For instance, one theory long ago stated that the Earth was the center of the Solar System, and the Sun and Planets went around us. This theory was proven wrong by Copernicus. Until the 20th Century, it was 'Theorized' that the Universe was in a "Static" condition. Then it was proven that it was expanding (Edwin Hubbel gets that credit). So nothing is forever, perhaps even the Universe?
