Kuhn's Focus on Theoretical Physics and Growth of Knowledge
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Kuhn's Focus on Theoretical Physics and Growth of Knowledge

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What is the relationship between the biological theory of punctuated equilibrium and Kuhn's theory of science?

  • They both argue for a uniform view of evolutionary change.
  • They have contradictory views about the history of life.
  • They show a convergence on a story about processes of change. (correct)
  • They are completely unrelated theories.

    • In what way has the idea of punctuated equilibrium evolved over time?

  • It has been proven inaccurate and discarded.
  • It has been found to contradict natural selection.
  • It has been replaced by more orthodox theories.
  • It has been moderated and become part of mainstream biology. (correct)

    • According to Gould, what is the analogy between Kuhn's theory and the biological theory of punctuated equilibrium?

  • Both theories argue for continuous gradual change over time.
  • Both theories support a uniform, one-process view of evolution.
  • Both theories focus on natural selection during periods of rapid change.
  • Both theories have faced similar opposition to alternative views of change. (correct)

    • How did Gould acknowledge Kuhn's influence on his biological ideas in the 1960s and 1970s?

    <p>He credited Kuhn for shaping his biological ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of processes replace ordinary natural selection during periods of rapid change according to the text?

    <p>Other kinds of processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Kuhn mean when he says that workers in different paradigms are living in different worlds?

    <p>They speak different languages and have different standards of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does Kuhn argue that a crisis alone will not lead scientists to reject a paradigm?

    <p>Falsification requires acceptance of a new paradigm simultaneously</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main consequence of the suggestion that science has two modes of change, one dramatic and abrupt?

    <p>It prompts intense discussion on how revolutions occur</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do scientists in different paradigms often find it hard to communicate effectively?

    <p>Because they perceive evidence differently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for large-scale scientific change, according to Kuhn?

    <p>Acceptance of a new candidate paradigm during a crisis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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