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demarcation problem

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the philosophical problem of identifying criteria that distinguish science from non-science and pseudoscience

Example Sentence

Philosophers debate the demarcation problem to decide whether astrology or homeopathy count as science.

Usage Note

Use when discussing how to tell real science from fake science in essays or debates about scientific credibility.

Synonyms

boundary problem science demarcation science vs pseudoscience issue

Antonyms

unification blending overlap