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Experiments Quote by Claude Bernard

“Experiment is fundamentally only induced observation.” quote by Claude Bernard
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“Experiment is fundamentally only induced observation.”

Claude Bernard

About This Quote

Experiment is essentially a form of guided observation to test hypotheses.

In simple terms: Experiment = guided observation.

Key Takeaway

Design experiments to observe phenomena.

Themes

science methodology observation

Mood

analytical curious

Type

scientific methodical

When to use this quote

  • laboratory work
  • field studies

Key Concepts

experimental design empirical testing

Questions to Reflect On

  • What variables must be controlled?
  • How does observation inform theory?
A Different Perspective

Observations can be biased without controls.

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