Scientific Method

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Scientist working in lab

Learn about the scientific method, which is an empirical method of acquiring knowledge that has characterized the development of science. It involves formulating hypotheses, based on observations; experimental and measurement-based testing of deduction drawn from the hypotheses; and refinement of the hypotheses based on the experimental findings. This text is available through Creative Commons.

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Atoms, Molecules, & Compounds

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