The Exercise-Diabetes Connection

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What is the purpose of conducting experiments in science?

The purpose of conducting experiments in science is to support or reject hypotheses.

What happens to a hypothesis once it is supported by peer-reviewed experiments?

Once a hypothesis is supported by peer-reviewed experiments, it can be promoted to become a theory.

What is peer review in scientific research?

Peer review in scientific research is the evaluation of work by scientists in the same field to determine its credibility and validity.

What is a scientific theory?

A scientific theory is an explanation for the natural world that brings together facts and hypotheses and is strongly supported by empirical research. Signup and view all the answers

How is a scientific theory different from a theory in colloquial usage?

A scientific theory is strongly supported and widely believed to be true, while a theory in colloquial usage can describe any kind of idea. Signup and view all the answers

What can potentially reject a scientific theory?

Large discoveries and likely new technologies can potentially reject a scientific theory. Signup and view all the answers

What is bias in scientific research?

Bias in scientific research is when personal beliefs influence the interpretation of data. Signup and view all the answers

How does bias impact the validity of an experiment's results?

Bias in how data is collected and conclusions are formed can lead to problems in the accuracy and trustworthiness of claims. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of peer review and repeat testing in science?

The purpose of peer review and repeat testing is to identify and correct errors or biases in an experiment's data before it is published or accepted as valid. Signup and view all the answers

How does peer review help avoid bias in scientific research?

Peer review helps avoid bias in scientific research by involving independent evaluation from scientists in the same field. Signup and view all the answers