Question

Louis Pasteur developed the germ theory of disease, which states that many diseases are caused by microorganisms. Had scientists been skeptical but not open-minded about the idea,
it would not have been published in journals.
it would have been accepted without evidence.
it would not have become scientific consensus.
it would have been reproduced by other scientists

Answer 1

The correct answer is option C

The theory is published only when it is accepted by the researchers and is validated by all of them. It cannot be published if maximum people does not agree on the same.

The germ theory of disease would have not become the scientific consensus as many scientist would be having an attitude of question (skeptical opinion).

They might not have an open minded opinion or idea about the theory.

Answer 2

The correct answer is it would not have become scientific consensus.

This way, it became the consensus that later led to many amazing treatments and inventions that cured many diseases.