Theory
vs.
Law
INTRO
Scientific Theory
Scientific Law
Understand the Difference
QUIZ
Scientific THEORY vs. LAW QUIZ
When a scientist makes a quick guess about something, it is called a scientific theory.
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True
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After providing research to back the theory, a scientific theory becomes a scientific law.
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True
False
A scientific theory explains things that happen in nature.
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True
False
A scientific theory cannot be modified.
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True
False
The evidence and data supporting the movement of the Earth's outer layers over time (Plate Tectonics) is an example of a scientific ____________.
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Theory
Law
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Scientific Laws often include a mathematical relationship observed in nature.
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True
False
Please indicate if the following statement describes a Scientific theory or scientific law: "Earth's average temperatures will continue to increase because of the deterioration of the ozone layer, allowing the sun's that were prevsiously absorbed to reach Earth's surface."
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Scientific Theory
Scientific Law
Why?
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The following image is an example of a scientific ______________.
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Theory
Law
Scientific theories and scientific laws both describe observed events.
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True
False
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