For what do scientist use the data from a controlled experiment?

Question

For what do scientist use the data from a controlled experiment?

Answer 1

Data from controlled experiments are used to:

  1. support the findings of other experiments which may lead to the formation of a new law or theory

  2. refute findings of other experiments pointing to the need for more research on the subject

  3. attempt to fill in a knowledge gap which has puzzled other scientists