From time to time, major shifts occur in the scientific view of how
the world works. More often, however, the changes that take place in the
body of scientific knowledge are small modifications of prior knowledge.
Change and continuity are persistent features of science.
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History and Nature of Science: Historical perspectives Grades 9-12, page 201 Usually, changes in science occur as small modifications in extant knowledge. The daily work of science and engineering results in incremental advances in our understanding of the world and our ability to meet human needs and aspirations. Much can be learned about the internal workings of science and the nature of science from study of individual scientists, their daily work, and their efforts to advance scientific knowledge in their area of study. NSES Content Standard G
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