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No. A theory cannot be disproven. This is a corollary of the fact that a theory cannot be proven either; otherwise it would be a theorem.
The correct term for a theory being consistent with evidence and reliable in predictions is validated. The correct term for not being validated, or an overturning of validation, is invalidated.
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∙ 8y ago
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∙ 14y agoat one point, 'The earth is flat' was a scientific fact. Of course Scientific facts can be disproved. In fact, most will be over time with the evolution of Science and Technology
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What is the definition of biomedical research?
It is a approach to solve medical problems. Dealing with beliefs and theories which are proven or disproven through observation and experimentation.
What is the difference between evolution and theories of evolution?
Evolution is a process, theories of evolution are theories which explain that process
Theories of the State of Origin?
discuss the various theories on the origin of state?
How have scientific theories changed over time?
When there are more convincing theories occur and proved experimentally, scientist will modify or change the current theories.
Can theories be proven wrong?
It is much easier to prove a theory wrong than right in most cases. As soon as evidence is found that does not fit the theory, it is effectively proved wrong. It is extremely rare that evidence is found that conclusively proves that a theory is correct.
Why don't all hypothesis become theories?
A scientific theory is something that is tried and tested, and not yet disproven. It is close to being scientific 'fact' as you can get. Not all hypotheses will become theories because sometimes they get disproven. That means the hypothesis will need to be changed and tested again.
What is the definition of biomedical research?
It is a approach to solve medical problems. Dealing with beliefs and theories which are proven or disproven through observation and experimentation.
Could a scientific fact be disproven?
There is no absolute knowledge in science that can never be disproven even in principle. It does sometimes turn out that scientists are wrong, and what they considered to be a fact turns out not to be one. I would add that it is more usual for scientists to revise theories, than to reject what was considered to be a fact, but it does happen.
What scientific theories have been disproven?
Einstein found that the fasting moving object is light. September 2011, scientists found that neutrinos travel faster than light.
Can scientific theories change?
Yes, they can, if new evidence is discovered to support a change in the theory. Physical theories are not provable in the sense of mathematical theorems. They depend on evidence, and they can be disproved if enough contrary evidence comes up.
Why is the law of gravity a law not a theory?
It has been proven, as opposed to not being disproven. Theories have not been dis proven, but have not been proven, or are unable to be proven, but are otherwise acceptable as factual.
What evidence was there to prove that the phlogiston pheory was correct?
1. I believe that theories can only be disproven, not proven. i.e. You create a theory and then you try to disprove it, if you can't then you can consider that theory to be true (convicing other people may be more difficult however). 2. I think the theory you describe is disproven as and todays equivalent is what we now know as 'oxidation'.
Why in order for us to exist God had to cease to exist?
God is an unfalsifiable hypothesis. That means he cannot be proven of disproven. Theories and contradictions in the Bible are good things that question his very existence. D.Luna is out.
Why do university psychology courses not include Freud and Jung?
Universities tend to focus on psychology theories that have empirical support, or research, to back them up. Even though people study Freud and Jung for self awareness and personal growth, their theories are not considered scientifically based. Many of Freud's theories have been disproven, and Jung's had mystical aspects that lack an empirical basis.
How does scientific law differ from theory?
A scintific law is a statement that describes what scientisis expect to happen. A scintififc theory is a well-tested explantion for a range of observations. This answers the question '' How Does Scientific Law Differ From Scientific Theroy?''
Why don't scientific theories mention God?
because they will not have a job. Science studies are often in oposition with what the bible teaches. Many will be out of a job if they admit that God created everything.
Can a scientific theory ever be disproven?
Yes
