1. What is a scientific theory? Please cite a definition you like. As Watson stated in "The Value of Theories"‚ a scientific theory is a systematic explanation that unifies various observed phenomena and facts. Based on observations we make‚ science operates under theories which are constantly revised and checked by experiment. A scientific theory also possesses many vital qualities for true understanding. 2. What is the difference between a scientific theory and common sense ideas about the same
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There are three factors which led to the scientific revolution‚ technology‚ mathematics and the renaissance. During the renaissance‚ Europeans were fascinated with technological invention. The architects‚ navigators‚ engineers‚ and weapons experts of the Renaissance were important pioneers of a new reliance on measurement and observation that affected many things‚ including how problems in physics were addressed. Interest in experimentation was also growing among anatomists. Thus‚ during the
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In completing the Tomato Plant experiment I had to apply the scientific method. I observed that my tomato plants were producing less fruit each year. I then questioned some of the elements that may have affected the tomato plants and caused them to bear fewer tomatoes being a deficiency in warmth‚ water‚ or nutrients. I then selected my hypotheses that the plants were in need of more nutrients. Following my hypothesis I developed my prediction which was that my plants would bear more tomatoes if
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people because development cannot keep pace with the demands of large population. It becomes hard to provide education‚ decent jobs and a reasonable standard of living to everyone. In such circumstances‚ it is essential to keep the population under control by lowering down the birth rate. How can v/e lower down the birth rate? It is undoubtedly family planning which can do a lot in this regard. No one can deny its need for our country. It is the way by which one can plan his family and can maintain
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The Scientific revolution began in the late Renaissance period and carried on through the whole 18th century. It began in Europe and influenced the way of nature and society. The Scientific Revolution was an emergence of modern science‚ which was enlightenment from the scientific ignorance of the Middle Ages. There were many achievements during this revolution‚ but the major ones included advances in medicine‚ astronomy‚ and chemistry. Scholars from all different fields made history-breaking achievements
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When looking at how science of the early modern period provided foundations for‚ and gave rise to modern science‚ many historians turn to the Scientific Revolution of the 17th century. However‚ a major problem with many writings about historical science is that they have a tendency to divide historical figures into ’good guys’ fighting for truth‚ and ’bad guys’ who opposed these truths as a result of ignorance or bias. This kind of writing is known as Whiggish histories of science. Whig history
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Hormonal birth control is a widely used and accepted method for avoiding unwanted pregnancies. Obviously‚ averting pregnancy is of huge value to the female population‚ however realising the possible impact on your body is of importance also. Hormones effect the entire female body in an unnatural way. Inevitably‚ this leads to a range of negative side effects and increased risk of disease. However‚ the safe and responsible publicity and reputation causes many women to undertake these hormonal changes
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Evolution of Birth Control Rarely is there a subject that is considered as divisive as contraception. While we tend to think of birth control as a fairly modern development‚ it is an idea that has been around for thousands upon thousands of years and has been documented through both written word and various forms of art. The methods have ranged from spiritual and ritualistic to practical and scientific. Because of the length of a woman’s fertile years (about 40 years) the ability to control one’s ability
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Evolution is one of the most misunderstood scientific theories by the average person. As a result‚ this topic is very controversial and has thousands of misconceptions‚ such as‚ that the theory of evolution is not compatible with religion and that evolution is just a theory. First‚ one must know the difference between a scientific theory and a scientific law. A theory outside of science is usually defined as a hunch or a guess. However‚ a scientific theory is a well-tested explanation that joins
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Webster dictionary defines scientific method as the collection of data through observation and experiment‚ and the formulation and testing of hypotheses. Basically‚ the scientific method has five steps‚ in which each step is crucial to finding answers. The Scientific method is used in the Human Service industry to help find solutions to social through Quantitative and Qualitative research which this paper will thoroughly discuss. The first step in the Scientific method is to define the problem.
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