Scientific Concepts Flashcard

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What is a scientific law?

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A rule that describes a pattern in nature that only states that an event will occur under certain circumstances.

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What is the primary purpose of a scientific hypothesis?

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To offer a testable explanation for a phenomenon.

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Which of the following best describes a scientific theory?

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A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world.

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What distinguishes a scientific theory from a hypothesis?

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A theory is a well-substantiated explanation, while a hypothesis is a testable prediction.

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What is the main focus of the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction or explanation for a scientific question.

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What is the difference between a scientific law and a scientific theory?

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A scientific law describes what happens under certain conditions, while a scientific theory explains why it happens.

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What is an example of a scientific law?

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Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation.

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What is an example of a scientific theory?

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The Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection.

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What is the role of experimentation in the scientific method?

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To test hypotheses and gather data.

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