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Melani1276

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Is it possible to prove, for certain, that a scientific theory is true?
 
  A) Yes, by means of a single confirmed experiment that verifies the theory.
  B) Yes, by carrying out a sufficient number of experimental observations.
  C) Yes, by deducing it logically from other scientific theories that are known to be true.
  D) No, because it is always possible that a future experiment will disagree with the theory.
  E) No, because of the experimental error, or uncertainty, that is always present in any experimental result.

Question 2

According to the nonlocality principle,
 
  A) two particles can respond to each other instantaneously, no matter how far apart they are.
  B) each microscopic particle is always spread out over a large region of space.
  C) nature is inherently uncertain.
  D) forces such as gravity and the electromagnetic force can be felt even at a distance.
  E) two particles can always be in contact with each other by electromagnetic waves that travel at light velocity.


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sarahccccc

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Reply #1 on: Jul 29, 2018
Answer to Question 1

D

Answer to Question 2

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Melani1276

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Reply 2 on: Jul 29, 2018
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

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Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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