Question

1. Scientific knowledge is both durable and open to change. explain why scientific knowledge may be open to change. Include two examples where this might occur.

2. Scientists have a theory about the shape of the Earth's surface that is accepted worldwide. A group of scientists have proposed a new theory about the shape of Earth's surface. explain the impact of the proposed theory on science.

Answer 1

1. peer review, and contradictory evidence

2. I experimental evidence is needed to prove the correct theory