Before a scientific development, such as a new atomic model, is widely accepted by the scientific community, it undergoes peer review.
Why is peer review an essential part of the scientific process?
It ensures that the scientists receive immediate financial funding for their next projects.
It allows other experts in the same field to evaluate the experimental methods, data, and conclusions to ensure validity.
It guarantees that the research will be featured in national news media.
It prevents other scientists from attempting to reproduce the same experimental work.
8 exam-style questions on OCR GCSE Chemistry Practical skills. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.