Quote by Phil Plait

However, science isn't just about showing when you're right; it's also about showing when you're wrong.

However, science isn't just about showing when you're right;

Summary

This quote emphasizes the essence of science, highlighting that its purpose extends beyond simply proving one's theories or ideas to be correct. Instead, science also focuses on identifying and acknowledging errors and mistakes. It underscores the importance of embracing and learning from failure and recognizing that it is through refining our understanding by uncovering and correcting inaccuracies that scientific progress truly occurs.

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Science Rights Wrongs

By Phil Plait

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