Theory or Fact?

A theory is not a fact. They differ by definition. Theory of evolution is not a fact. The law of gravity is
[quote] A scientific theory differs from a scientific fact or scientific law in that a theory explains "why" or "how": a fact is a simple, basic observation, whereas a law is a statement (often a mathematical equation) about a relationship between facts and/or other laws. [/quote]

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ArishMell · 70-79, M

Why not just be honest and admit you would like to see the Theory of Evolution suppressed for whatever your reason?

Axeroberts · 56-60, M

@ArishMell to me I find it funny how upset and threatened people are about the possibility the theory could be wrong. And do not even consider another scientific theory could be more accurate on the molecular level. Something that was completely unknown at the time. 150 year old theory that people are convinced has to be right because the thought of it being inaccurate threatens them. Can't even imagine a different scientific theory. They just say God is magic. 🙄🤣🤣

ArishMell · 70-79, M

@Axeroberts There is a difference between presenting genuine finding new evidence, perhaps by improved techniques, that may greatly alter or overturn an existing theory far more than simply refining its details; and just dismissing a theory without presenting any worthwhile alternative hypothesis.

So far no-one has done that with the Theory of Evolution. They have though greatly refined it, including by examining how genetics works.

As far saying God is magic, ironically that is the stance of both those attacking believing the Genesis myth, and those who do believe it.

Axeroberts · 56-60, M

@ArishMell forget God. I am talking science. Why are you bringing God into it as if there are only two options 🤷‍♂️