Scientific consensus refers to the collective agreement achieved by the majority of the scientific community on a particular issue, hypothesis, or theory after extensive research and discussion. It is formed when a substantial body of evidence supports a specific viewpoint, and the scientific community, through the process of peer review, replication of results, and ongoing research, aligns its understanding. Key aspects of scientific consensus include: 1. **Evidence-Based**: Consensus is built upon a significant amount of empirical evidence and rigorous scientific methods.
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