To Say That a Theory Is Falsifiable Means That

question 173

Multiple Choice

To say that a theory is falsifiable means that

• A) evidence is already available that contradicts the theory.
• B) one can imagine evidence that would contradict the theory.
• C) various scientists disagree on whether the theory is correct.
• D) the theory depends on assumptions that are not parsimonious.

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Definitions:

Pesticides

Chemical agents used in agriculture and public health to kill insects and other harmful organisms, aiming to reduce crop damage and disease transmission.

Chlorinated Hydrocarbons

Chemical compounds that contain carbon, hydrogen, and chlorine atoms, often used in industrial applications but can be harmful to the environment and health.

Organophosphates

A class of chemical compounds commonly used as pesticides, which can be harmful to human health and the environment due to their toxicity.

Magnification

The process of making something appear larger than it actually is, often using lenses or microscopes.