The Circularity of Scientific Method

Philosopher Zabarala says there is no circularity in scientific method. We first establish the cause on the basis of the effect, then go on to explain the effect by appealing to the cause. He borrows an idea from his fellow Padua philosopher Agustino Nifo that we should pause to think about its nature. This step of examining or considering the cause allows us really to understand the principles we'll be using in our scientific explanations.