Question

A geologist and a biologist performed an experiment together and examined the data. Each scientist formed a different conclusion. Both conclusions were supported by the evidence. How is this possible? Both conclusions are the same but have different wording. If more than one conclusion is supported, the hypothesis is invalid. There can be alternate explanations for the same evidence. Each conclusion is based on different data.

Answer 1

A geologist is a scientist who studies the different matters- solid, liquid and gas.

A biologist is a scientist who studies the relationship o organisms to the environment.

When a geologist and a biologist performed an experiment together and examined the data.

Each scientist formed a different conclusion. Both conclusions were supported by the evidence. The reason is there can be alternate explanations for the same evidence.