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'''Scientific evidence''' for a theory consists of observations and measurements which are consistent with predictions made by the theory. When a theory remains consistent with the facts, no matter how hard scientists try to find counter-examples, scientific confidence in the theory is bolstered.

'''Scientific evidence''' for a theory consists of [[Scientific observation|observations]] and measurements which are consistent with predictions made by the theory. When a theory remains consistent with the facts, no matter how hard scientists try to find counter-examples, scientific confidence in the theory is bolstered.

Findings which are contrary to a theory normally cast doubt upon it. The theory must then be discarded, or significantly modified.

Findings which are contrary to a theory normally cast doubt upon it. The theory must then be discarded, or significantly modified.