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“Science is a human construct. Scientific laws are as valid as our understanding at any particular moment. Scientific laws are not absolute. Scientific laws wear human colors. Regardless of how close we got to the truth, the scientific laws are still not 100% accurate and complete. If we do not…” quote by Dejan Stojanovic
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““Science is a human construct. Scientific laws are as valid as our understanding at any particular moment. Scientific laws are not absolute. Scientific laws wear human colors. Regardless of how close we got to the truth, the scientific laws are still not 100% accurate and complete. If we do not possess absolute truth, then scientific laws cannot be final, or they may be representative of the truth up to the level of our knowledge and understanding, not more.””

Dejan Stojanovic

About This Quote

Scientific laws are provisional models shaped by current understanding; they are useful but never absolute truths.

In simple terms: Science is provisional, not absolute.

Key Takeaway

Scientific knowledge evolves with better models.

Themes

science philosophy of knowledge uncertainty

Mood

thoughtful cautious

Type

analytical

When to use this quote

  • research design
  • science education
  • policy making

Key Concepts

epistemology model‑dependence

Practical Applications

  • Present scientific findings as best‑current models
  • Encourage critical evaluation of prevailing theories

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance humility with authority in scientific communication?
  • What criteria determine when a model is ‘good enough’?
A Different Perspective

Over‑emphasis on provisionality can erode public trust in scientific consensus.

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