Scientific Method in Physics

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What is the primary method used to determine what is scientifically correct?

  • Believing what a renowned scientist says
  • Following a set of predetermined rules and guidelines
  • Conducting a single experiment and assuming it's true
  • Using reason, logic, and experimental evidence (correct)

What is a key characteristic of scientific discoveries?

  • They are repeatedly established in different laboratories and times (correct)
  • They are only accepted if they are widely popular
  • They are only accepted if a famous scientist discovers them
  • They are based solely on theoretical results

What is the foundation of science's strength?

  • Its reliance on the opinions of experts
  • Its emphasis on theoretical results over practical experiments
  • Its continuous self-challenge and verification (correct)
  • Its ability to stay unchanged over time

Why do experiments conducted in different countries and by different scientists yield the same results?

<p>Because the laws of physics are the same everywhere (B)</p>
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What evidence suggests that the laws of physics have remained the same over time?

<p>The light spectra from distant stars billions of years ago (C)</p>
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What is a necessary condition for a discovery to be accepted as a scientific fact?

<p>It must be derived from clear use of established rules (B)</p>
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What is the primary goal of scientists in the scientific method?

<p>To test and validate their findings (D)</p>
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What do scientists think about the laws of physics in different locations and times?

<p>They think the laws of physics are the same everywhere and unchanged over time (C)</p>
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