The search for evidence is at the heart of scientific inquiry from "summary" of The Demon-Haunted World by Carl Sagan
In his exploration of the nature of science, Sagan emphasizes the fundamental role of evidence in scientific inquiry. This emphasis on evidence as the cornerstone of scientific investigation is central to the scientific method. According to Sagan, the foundation of science lies in the rigorous and systematic search for evidence to support or refute a hypothesis. Without evidence, scientific claims are merely speculative assertions that lack credibility. Sagan highlights the importance of empirical evidence in distinguishing between truth and falsehood. In the absence of evidence, beliefs are mere assertions that are not grounded in reality. By demanding evidence to support claims, science serves as a bulwark against deception and self-deception. The reliance on evidence ensures that scientific knowledge is based on objective facts rather than subjective beliefs. F...
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