Induction involves forming hypotheses based on empirical evidence, transforming specific observations into broader insights that enable the prediction and explanation of phenomena. In Socratic thinking, this principle connects individual data points to overarching frameworks, emphasizing iterative refinement of ideas. Within the scientific method, induction plays a pivotal role in bridging experimental observations and theoretical models. Observing periodic trends for example, can lead to hypotheses about electronic effects, while analyzing spectral data can inspire predictions about molecular structure and guide experimental validation. A detailed example of Socratic induction in practice is provided in the following section, where we compare model responses to Socratic and non-Socratic prompts regarding periodic trends in hydride acidity.