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This presentation gave me an idea. I want to talk about "Science". We have been assailed of late by people armed with "Science" and, if we fail to do exactly what they want us to do (submit to their vast intellectual powers), we are accused of being "science deniers".
This presentation is not about science nor is it "scientific". However, it demonstrates the origins of science. All science begins as protoscience in the imagination. The scientific method cannot exist without hypotheses. Scientific/methodical experimentation and observation are then used to prove or disprove the hypothesis. Hypotheses are the product of imagination and without hypotheses there can be no science.
Now, people may argue over the contents of this video. I wonder how many will realize that it is merely a hypothesis. I wonder how many will even think about a method of proving or disproving it. I wonder how many will simply respond with opinion (an opposing hypothesis).
I wonder a lot.
This presentation is not about science nor is it "scientific". However, it demonstrates the origins of science. All science begins as protoscience in the imagination. The scientific method cannot exist without hypotheses. Scientific/methodical experimentation and observation are then used to prove or disprove the hypothesis. Hypotheses are the product of imagination and without hypotheses there can be no science.
Now, people may argue over the contents of this video. I wonder how many will realize that it is merely a hypothesis. I wonder how many will even think about a method of proving or disproving it. I wonder how many will simply respond with opinion (an opposing hypothesis).
I wonder a lot.
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We, as a society, have gotten so far from the scientific method. Now, most people make assumptions/hypotheses and call these undeniable scientific fact. They forget the little part about testing to make sure the hypothesis is correct or not...
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SGT Mary G.
Testing is the challenge, isn't it! It requires trustworthy team work and resources we are not always able to access. I have applied the process of scientific method to nearly everything I say and do, when there is the need for and luxury of thinking about plans and decisions - since first learning about it in high school Chemistry. Considering all the variables that apply is another challenge. I have to say that employing common sense, practicality, and creativity in the just right mix to everything to which we apply the structure of the Scientific Method . . . is a skill we develop over time through bad and good experience.
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What a load of BS. Conjecture over an actual scientific experiment is not science.
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CPT Jack Durish
It seems to me that you totally missed the point of my question (but you usually do inasmuch as you have your own agenda to push and mine is of no consequence). Rather than become embroiled in an argument, would you mind telling me what part of Texas you live in? Not a specific location. North, East, South, or West is sufficient. Of course, I'm relying on my memory in assuming you live in Texas and this may turn out to be a good laugh for you. The reason I ask is that my wife have decided to leave California in search of a more affordable locale to stretch our retirement income/savings/investments. We've considered several states and Texas is number one on our list. Besides "bang for the buck", our criteria include climate (California's only asset and we don't expect to beat that). So far, we've been drawn to Huntsville in eastern Texas. All suggestions would be appreciated.
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Capt Gregory Prickett
CPT Jack Durish - I don't mind telling you where I live, I'm in the west side of Fort Worth (North Central Texas). I went to school for a while in Huntsville, it's a nice city and the final resting place of Sam Houston. Kind of hilly, a college town, and the scene several times a year of death penalty opponents.
It's not a place I would pick to live though, as it's too hilly for my bad knees. Have you looked at the Waco area, or Corpus Christi, or Fredericksburg, or Athens?
My personal choice would be Fredericksburg. Plus it's convenient to both Austin (1.5 hrs away) and San Antonio (1.25 hrs away). It's listed by Forbes as one of the 25 best places to retire. It's got a rich German-American heritage and is the hometown of Chester Nimitz. LBJ and family went to church there (the LBJ ranch was 30 minutes east of town).
Private message me if you want more info on anything.
It's not a place I would pick to live though, as it's too hilly for my bad knees. Have you looked at the Waco area, or Corpus Christi, or Fredericksburg, or Athens?
My personal choice would be Fredericksburg. Plus it's convenient to both Austin (1.5 hrs away) and San Antonio (1.25 hrs away). It's listed by Forbes as one of the 25 best places to retire. It's got a rich German-American heritage and is the hometown of Chester Nimitz. LBJ and family went to church there (the LBJ ranch was 30 minutes east of town).
Private message me if you want more info on anything.
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