Hypothesis, Models, Theories, and Laws

Which theory claims that cells form the basic unit of all living organisms?

• Cell Theory

• Cell Law

• Law of Conservation of Matter

• The Levels of Organization

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

Which of the following is best described as a scientific explanation to a pattern occurring in the natural world?

• observations

• scientific theory

• scientific law

• hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

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

• Theories are explanations of laws.

• Laws are explanations of theories.

• They are the same.

• None of the above.

Which of the following is a fact and can be supported by evidence?

• theory

• law

• evidence

• All of the above.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-1

NGSS.HS-PS4-3

Which of the following best represents the famous statement created by Newton: "Objects in motion remain in motion until an outside force acts upon them"?

• Newton's Theory

• Newton's Model

• Newton's Law

• Newton's Hypothesis

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NGSS.MS-PS2-1

Choose the correct answer.

• Scientific investigation is a key part when creating theories.

• Many observations and much evidence is needed in order to create a valid theory.

• Theories may be modified but are rarely discarded.

• None of the above.

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

A fact that is supported by a great amount of evidence.

(a)  

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NGSS.HS-LS4-1

An accepted hypothesis that has proven consistent over time.

(a)  

A statement that predicts the cause and effect of the area of concern.

(a)  

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

A representation of a hypothesis that is useful in helping experimenters better understand a system or an arrangement.

(a)  

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NGSS.MS-PS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS3-2