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From ancient times before they were explained scientifically what were the prevailing theories about the existence of stars?
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In ancient times, there were several prevailing theories about the existence of stars. While some tribes believed the stars were Gods, others considered them spirits of the deceased. Some tribes also believed that the stars were their ancestors that were watching over them on earth.
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What did Albert Ernestine do to help humanity?
He destroyed one of his theories he thought could end man's existence
Which answer is not one of the three theories of the Moon formation?
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What were Copernicus's weaknesses?
Not that many, really. Unlike Galilei who got into conflict with the Church over the heliocentric cosmos, Copernicus had his theories explained to the Pope who was 'delighted' by them. Also in other aspects, he never got into unfriendly arguments with anyone over his theories and was generally much respected and well-liked. The only thing that might be held against him is that he left his major work unpublished during most of his lifetime, fearing that it would be too novel and controversial for the general public.
What are the problems With the other theories of how the moon formed?
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Why do people accept Albert Einstein's theories as fact without conclusive proof or factual evidence of its intergrity of truth?
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Why did the catholic church denounce the theories of the scientific revolution?
The Catholic Church denounced the theories of the Scientific Revolution because they challenged the Church's teachings on the natural world, which were based on a literal interpretation of the Bible. The Church saw these new scientific ideas as a threat to its authority and a potential source of heresy.
How do theories become a fact?
Scientifically speaking, theories do not become facts. Facts are things that are observed to be true; theories are created to explain why a particular set of facts are true.
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The nebular theory applies only to our solar system; other solar systems need their own formation theories.
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Are American Indians Jews?
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What are the major theories used to explain the existence and development of civilizations?
The major theory is fück you.
Example of science theory?
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What is the Modernization Theory?
Modern evolutionary theories are still based off of Charles Darwin's theories of evolution published in 1859. They have yet been proven as scientifically inadequate or incorrect, nor have new, more plausible theories been created so Darwin's theories are still the basis for modern evolutionary science.
What did Albert Ernestine do to help humanity?
He destroyed one of his theories he thought could end man's existence
Does Routine Activity Theory explain crime or criminality?
Crime, criminality is explained by theories such as strain, conflict and social control
Did Saturn have rings when it was born?
Probably not. The prevailing theory is that saturna rings are relatively young and ate the remains of a polverized moon but other theories exist.
What kind of information could be found at the Disclose website?
Disclose is a website where conspiracy theories are listed and explained. It has come under some criticism for fuelling these conspiracy theories with very little factual basis.
