Re: [Phys-l] Science, verification and proving

[Richard Grandy <rgrandy@rice.edu>]

I think that in mathematics claims sometimes require more than 
logical consistency.  Zermel-Frankel set theory is accepted.  The 
Continuum Hypothesis is consistent with ZF set theory; so is the 
negation of the Continuum Hypothesisl.

Richard


> 1) In mathematics claims are validated by logical consistency with 
> what has already been accepted.
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> 2) In physics claims are validated by new experimental or 
> observational data, as described by Antti
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> > ... So...what do you think about science, verification and proof?
>
> I agree with you, and with those who replied earlier.
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> Ludwik
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