Foundations of Science

Accordingly actually alternative analogy application arbitrary argument arithmetic mean asserted assigned assumption asymmetrical relation body causal relation cause characteristic concepts concerning conclusion connected consider continuous function defined definition degree of knowledge density derived magnitude determined dictionary dimensions discussion electrical resistance equally probable equation of condition errors of consistency established example experiment experimental explain expressed fact formal constant function fundamental magnitudes graph happen Hooke's Law hypothesis hypothetical ideas important inconsistent inquiry involved judgements kind large number law of addition law of errors length mass mathematical matter method no-dimensional magnitude numerical law numerical value observations occur Ohm's Law pendulum physical significance possible potential difference properties propositions question real magnitudes reason recognised regarded represent result scientific sense silver similar simply standard series statement substance suggested symmetrical system of measurement temperature theory threepenny bits trials true value truth uniform association volume weight