2006-09-24 12:06:12 · 12 answers · asked by Brian G 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Other - Science
be consistent with the observational and experimental evidence
be able to make accurate predictions.
be logical and respect the rules of evidence.
give a public reporting of its methods and procedures.
be open to criticism and revision.
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"capable of being tested by experience"
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Some scientific theories are better that others
A good scientific theory:
Is well substantiated
Is based on thorough, objective investigation
Can make useful predictions
2006-09-24 12:19:37 · answer #1 · answered by steelmadison 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Tested.
2006-09-24 12:15:35 · answer #2 · answered by gp4rts 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it must be able to be proven in order for it to be a theory!!!
2006-09-24 12:13:29 · answer #3 · answered by d_lightful_16 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leap Tall Buindings..... oops no.. that is superman.
2006-09-24 13:17:02 · answer #4 · answered by simsjk 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tested
2006-09-24 12:13:24 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
duplicated
2006-09-24 17:17:55 · answer #6 · answered by scifuntubes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
falsified
2006-09-24 12:30:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
substantiated
2006-09-24 12:15:07 · answer #8 · answered by mysticideas 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
verifiable
2006-09-24 12:13:22 · answer #9 · answered by LindaLou 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tested and proven..
2006-09-24 12:36:00 · answer #10 · answered by hidoug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋