Definition of «to propose an experiment»

The phrase "to propose an experiment" means to suggest or put forward an idea for a scientific test or investigation. It involves coming up with a plan or hypothesis of what you want to study or observe, and then asking for permission or approval to carry out that test.

Sentences with «to propose an experiment»

When we first proposed those experiments more than 25 years ago, I had expected that within a decade we would have the answer. (scientificamerican.com)
To test this idea, Hardy proposed an experiment in which A and B are set 100 kilometres apart. (newscientist.com)
The team proposes experiments to develop strategies to make waste removal more efficient. (brightfocus.org)
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