Experiment Quote by Robert Andrews Millikan
“Science walks forward on two feet, namely theory and experiment.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Nobel Lecture, 1923
Science advances through the partnership of theory and experiment.
In simple terms: Theory and experiment together drive progress.
Key Takeaway
Integrate both theory and experiment.
Themes
science
methodology
progress
Mood
inquisitive
optimistic
Type
educational
motivational
When to use this quote
- research labs
- engineering design
- product development
Key Concepts
hypothesis testing
empirical validation
model building
Questions to Reflect On
- What experiments could test your theory?
- How can theory guide experimental design?
A Different Perspective
Overreliance on one side can stall discovery.
