Friday, April 24, 2009

SCIENTISTS SAY...

Microbial diversity has profound effects on ecosystem functions. Decomposition of organic matter, nutrient cycling, bioremediation of toxics and pollutants, and both the spread and control of infectious disease are some key roles of soil microbes in the ecosystems. They determine plant growth. However, the relationships between microbial functioning and sustenance of plant growth are still poorly understood. – Gamini Senevirante (Sri Lanka)

The living world can be understood by framing hypotheses, making observations, carrying out experiments and analyzing the results with the help of logic and reason – in short by the scientific methods. There are many ways to characterize the scientific method, one of them being that it a form of rational thinking.