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Pseudoscience
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a set of practices or beliefs that are claimed to be scientific when in reality they have no scientific basis
Examples
Astrology is often regarded as pseudoscience because its claims are not supported by empirical evidence.
The practice of iridology, which claims to diagnose health conditions by examining the iris, is considered pseudoscience by mainstream medical professionals.
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