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Line 1: − The term theory is often used outside of science, such as in music theory, number theory, or Marxist theory. + − ==Scientific Theory== − A theory is a plausible and consistent explanation for observable phenomena.
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A '''scientific theory''' is more substantial than a conjecture or hypothesis, but may not be verified as consistent with empirical data. <ref>For example, scientists may refer to phlogiston theory or ether theory, even though empirical verification was lacking.</ref>
A '''scientific theory''' is more substantial than a conjecture or hypothesis, but may not be verified as consistent with empirical data. <ref>For example, scientists may refer to phlogiston theory or ether theory, even though empirical verification was lacking.</ref>
It is a plausible and consistent explanation for observable phenomena.
To be considered scientific, a theory must be [[falsifiable]].
To be considered scientific, a theory must be [[falsifiable]].
This means that there must be some way to do experiments that could counter the theory's predictions, thus disproving the current theory.
This means that there must be some way to do experiments that could counter the theory's predictions, thus disproving the current theory.