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“Science is the description of phenomena and the formulation of their relations.” quote by Boris Sidis
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“Science is the description of phenomena and the formulation of their relations.”

Boris Sidis

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Source Book: Psychology of the Mind, 1912

Science explains observable events and connects them through relationships.

In simple terms: Science describes and links phenomena.

Key Takeaway

Focus on observable relations.

Themes

science philosophy methodology

Mood

inquisitive neutral

Type

philosophical methodological

When to use this quote

  • research design
  • data analysis
  • theory building

Key Concepts

description relation empiricism

Questions to Reflect On

  • What relationships are hidden behind observations?
  • How to balance description with causation?
A Different Perspective

Overemphasis on description can ignore underlying mechanisms.

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