Criticism of Science

Criticism of science, particularly through the lens of instrumentalism, argues that scientific theories should be judged not by their truth but by their usefulness in predicting and explaining observable phenomena. Instrumentalists believe that theories are tools that help us navigate the world rather than definitive truths about reality. This perspective raises questions about the limitations of science, such as whether it can truly capture the complex nature of existence, or if it simply offers practical models without addressing deeper truths. This critique emphasizes the importance of recognizing the provisional nature of scientific knowledge.