In which of the following ways can scientific knowledge change and grow?
o a large number of experiments challenge a prevailing theory
o a single experiment disproves a prevailing theory
o experiments reaffirm the validity of a prevailing theory
o a popular scientist states that a prevailing theory is not correct
All of the above ways can contribute to the change and growth of scientific knowledge.
choose 1
If I have to choose only one, then the answer would be:
- A single experiment disproves a prevailing theory.
When a single experiment provides evidence that contradicts a widely accepted theory, it can lead to significant changes in scientific knowledge. This can prompt scientists to re-evaluate their hypotheses, revise existing theories, or develop new explanations to account for the new evidence. Disproving a prevailing theory often opens up new avenues of research and sparks further scientific inquiry to gain a better understanding of the phenomenon in question.