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The Scientific Method

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The scientific method is a systematic approach to understanding the natural world.

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The scientific method is a systematic approach to understanding the natural world. It begins with observation and the formulation of a question. A scientist then proposes a hypothesis, a testable explanation. Experiments are designed to test the hypothesis under controlled conditions. Data is collected and analyzed. If the evidence supports the hypothesis, it may become part of a broader theory. If not, the hypothesis is revised. This process of inquiry is iterative and self-correcting. Peer review ensures that findings are scrutinized by other experts.

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Science does not claim absolute truth; rather, it seeks the best explanation supported by current evidence.

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What is a hypothesis?

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Why is the scientific method described as self-correcting?

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What role does peer review play?

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