Changing nature of scientific theories

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Write an essay (suggested length of 2-3 pages) in which you use an example from the history of science that demonstrates the changing nature of scientific theories. In your essay:

A. Discuss what a theory is.

B. Identify an example from the history of science that demonstrates the changing nature of scientific theories.

C. Discuss the history of the theory you chose (e.g., how the theory has evolved, what the theory evolved from, key players in the propagation of the theory).

D. Explain how you could use this theory to teach students about the changing nature of scientific theories.

E. If you choose to use outside sources, include all in-text citations and references in APA format.

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