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“In science, nothing is ever 100% proven.” quote by Michio Kaku
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“In science, nothing is ever 100% proven.”

Michio Kaku

About This Quote

Source Lecture: “The Limits of Science”, 2018

Scientific claims are always provisional; absolute certainty is unattainable.

In simple terms: Science never fully proven.

Key Takeaway

Accept uncertainty.

Themes

science philosophy uncertainty

Mood

analytical inquisitive

Type

scientific educational

When to use this quote

  • research
  • policy making
  • technology development

Key Concepts

Falsifiability empiricism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does provisional knowledge affect policy?
  • What role does doubt play in scientific progress?
A Different Perspective

Some may misuse uncertainty to deny facts.

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