Hypothesis Theory and Law Jr. High

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What is a law in scientific terms?

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A law is a statement that describes a consistent and universal observation in the natural world, often expressed mathematically.

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What is a theory in scientific terms?

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A theory is a well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world that is based on a body of evidence and has been repeatedly tested.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, often formulated as an 'if-then' statement that can be tested through experimentation.

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Give an example of a scientific law.

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The Law of Gravity, which states that objects are attracted to each other with a force proportional to their masses.

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Give an example of a scientific theory.

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The Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection, which explains how species change over time through the process of natural selection.

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What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?

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A hypothesis is a testable prediction, while a theory is a well-supported explanation based on evidence.

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What does it mean for a theory to be verified?

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It means that the theory has been tested and supported by a significant amount of evidence from experiments and observations.

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What is the purpose of a hypothesis in scientific research?

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The purpose of a hypothesis is to provide a testable statement that can guide experimental investigation.

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What is an example of a hypothesis?

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If plants receive more sunlight, then they will grow taller.

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What is the role of experimentation in testing a hypothesis?

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Experimentation allows scientists to gather data to support or refute the hypothesis.