Hypothesis, Theory and Law

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A prediction supported by scientific experimentation.

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hypothesis

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Explains a verified natural phenomenon through repeated testing.

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theory

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The "e" in theory according to Ms. Brady means:

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explains

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A ___ describes what is always true in the natural world.

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law

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All measurements and data supporting a scientific explanation.

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Empirical evidence.

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Explains how nature works:

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Theory

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Involves experimentation.

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Theory

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Based on many proven hypotheses.

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Theory

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Understanding laws: What helps?

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Theory

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Describes how nature works.

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law