Theories vs Laws

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What is a scientific theory?
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A scientific theory is an explanation of a natural phenomenon based on a body of evidence and can be revised with new evidence.
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What is a scientific law?
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A scientific law is a statement that describes a consistent and universal relationship observed in nature, often expressed mathematically.
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Can scientific theories change?
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Yes, scientific theories can change when new evidence is discovered.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Can scientific laws change?
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Scientific laws do not change, but our understanding of them can evolve with new evidence.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the difference between repetition and replication in scientific experiments?
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Repetition is when a scientist repeats the same experiment multiple times; replication is when other scientists conduct the same experiment to verify results.
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Why is replication important in science?
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Replication is important because it helps to confirm the validity of experimental results and ensures that findings are reliable.
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What does it mean when a theory is described as 'well-supported'?
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A well-supported theory is one that has been extensively tested and confirmed by multiple lines of evidence.
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