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It's very easy to do so.

Show that a theory (or hypothesis) being true would result in a certain observation. Then show that this observation is NOT found.

For example, if dinosaurs and humans both existed on this planet in the last 10,000 years (as creationists contend), then we should find BOTH human DNA and dinosaur DNA. We easily find human DNA in bones amongst rocks dated over 50,000 years old; but we've never found one single dinosaur bone with one speck of DNA. Thus, the idea that dinosaurs and humans both existed on this planet at some point in the last 10,000 years has been completely refuted -- no intelligent person dedicated to scientific truth can hold to it. It has been proven false.

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How does a scientist prove a theory?

A scientist can prove a theory by conducting experiments, collecting data, and analyzing results to see if they consistently support the predictions made by the theory. The more evidence that aligns with the theory's predictions, the stronger the support for the theory. Additionally, peer review and replication of results by other scientists help confirm the validity of a theory.


How do scientist prove a theory?

Scientists prove a theory by conducting experiments, making observations, and collecting data that support the theoretical predictions. Consistent and reproducible results from these experiments provide evidence to support the theory. Additionally, peer review and scrutiny by other scientists help validate the theory.


Why is it impossible to prove a theory?

It is impossible to prove a theory because science relies on evidence to support hypotheses, rather than providing absolute proof. Theories are continually tested and refined based on new information, so they can only be supported or rejected based on the available evidence.


What element did Einstein believe could be used to prove his theory that mass and energy are interchangeable?

Einstein believed that the element of uranium could be used to prove his theory that mass and energy are interchangeable. This idea led to the development of nuclear energy and the famous equation E=mc^2.


What is impossible to do with a hypotheisis?

It is impossible to prove a hypothesis true or false definitively. A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon that requires testing through experimentation and evidence gathering, but it cannot be definitively proven without a complete understanding of all factors involved.

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Is it possible to have an IQ of zero?

In theory, yes - but it would be extremely difficult to prove an IQ of 0.


Which kind of proof requires you to prove that all but one of a set of possible alternatives are false?

scientific, by bvk


This kind of proof required you to prove that all but one of a set of possible alternatives are false?

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What does the root word de mean?

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