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    9 months ago

    Scientists do not question the concept of science

    Questioning the validity of science is precisely how science is done These are 2 different statements, pertaining to 2 different actions.

    Both the statements are true… err… alright, maybe not the first one as much. You can question the concept of science (which, in a way, boils down to “Question everything”) and still be a scientist.

    Questioning the validity of (other’s and your own previous) science is a part of the concept of science.

    Questioning the concept of science is more of a philosophical matter and would be valid in a quest for better concepts.

    The above two statements are not actually denying each other.