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| − | *In layman’s terms, if something is said to be “just a theory,” it usually means that it is a mere guess, or is unproved. It might even lack credibility. But in scientific terms, a theory implies that | + | *In layman’s terms, if something is said to be “just a theory,” it usually means that it is a mere guess, or is unproved. It might even lack credibility. But in scientific terms, a theory implies that, although the subject cannot be proven, it is supported by evidence and is accepted as being true in the scientific community until a better theory is created. [http://wilstar.com/theories.htm] |
The term "theory" is often used outside of the realm of [[physical science]], such as in [[music theory]], [[number theory]], or [[Marxist theory]]. | The term "theory" is often used outside of the realm of [[physical science]], such as in [[music theory]], [[number theory]], or [[Marxist theory]]. | ||
Revision as of 18:54, July 19, 2007
A theory is an explanation.
- In layman’s terms, if something is said to be “just a theory,” it usually means that it is a mere guess, or is unproved. It might even lack credibility. But in scientific terms, a theory implies that, although the subject cannot be proven, it is supported by evidence and is accepted as being true in the scientific community until a better theory is created. [1]
The term "theory" is often used outside of the realm of physical science, such as in music theory, number theory, or Marxist theory.
Scientific Theory
A theory See: