Every scientist worth his or her salt should be a skeptic. However, skepticism is often misunderstood, so we asked ChatGPT, the Artificial Intelliengce program to supply a definition.
it came up with the following which I do not think I could better....

Scientific Skepticism

Scientific skepticism is an approach to evaluating claims and beliefs based on scientific evidence and critical thinking. Scientific skeptics are individuals who apply the principles of the scientific method to investigate claims and beliefs, particularly those related to the paranormal, supernatural, or pseudoscientific claims.

Scientific skeptics examine claims and beliefs using a variety of scientific and analytical tools, such as critical thinking, empirical evidence, statistical analysis, and logical reasoning. They seek to separate genuine scientific research and theories from unsubstantiated claims, fraud, and other forms of deception.

In contrast to skepticism that is based on doubt or cynicism, scientific skepticism is a positive and constructive approach to inquiry. It involves an open-minded and impartial examination of evidence, and a willingness to revise one's beliefs in light of new evidence or better explanations.

Scientific skepticism is not the same as denying the possibility of extraordinary claims or being closed to new ideas. Instead, it is a commitment to using scientific methods to evaluate and test claims and beliefs, and to subject them to rigorous and objective scrutiny.

 

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