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Every theory presented as a scientific concept is just that; it's a theory that tries to explain more about the world than previous theories have done. It is open to being challenged and to being proven incorrect.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Scientific theories are evolving explanations of the world, subject to change and challenge.
This quote by Marvin Harris emphasizes that scientific theories are not definitive truths but rather evolving explanations about the universe. They build upon past knowledge and are always open to scrutiny and revision as new evidence emerges, reflecting the dynamic nature of scientific inquiry.
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In practice
Example use cases
In a lecture about the scientific method, you might say this quote to illustrate the nature of theories.
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