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A scientific theory is a scientific hypothesis that has undergone numerous checks that confirm its validity as a theory. | A scientific theory is a scientific hypothesis that has undergone numerous checks that confirm its validity as a theory. | ||
==What is needed for a theory? == | ==What is needed for a theory? == | ||
| − | For a theory to exist, it must start as a hypothesis, go through vigorous testing and re-testing, and remain true throughout the testing. If the hypothesis remains true, then it can be identified as a theory. If it does not, the scientist must return to his hypothesis to alter it or completely start over. | + | For a theory to exist, it must start as a hypothesis, go through vigorous testing and re-testing, and remain true throughout the testing. If the hypothesis remains true, then it can be identified as a theory. If it does not, the scientist must return to his hypothesis to alter it or completely start over.<ref>Wile, Dr. Jay L. ''Exploring Creation With Biology''. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998</ref> |
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Revision as of 18:16, March 7, 2007
A scientific theory is a scientific hypothesis that has undergone numerous checks that confirm its validity as a theory.
What is needed for a theory?
For a theory to exist, it must start as a hypothesis, go through vigorous testing and re-testing, and remain true throughout the testing. If the hypothesis remains true, then it can be identified as a theory. If it does not, the scientist must return to his hypothesis to alter it or completely start over.[1]
References
- ↑ Wile, Dr. Jay L. Exploring Creation With Biology. Apologia Educational Ministries, Inc. 1998