Hypothesis, Theory, and Law

Laws are usually mathematically defined.

• True
• False

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NGSS.HS-PS2-4

NGSS.HS-PS1-7

NGSS.HS-PS2-2

A scientific ____________ is a broad explanation for events that is widely accepted as true.

• law
• theory
• observation
• method

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NGSS.HS-ESS1-2

Laws tells us that it happens but doesn’t describe how or why.

• True
• False

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NGSS.HS-PS2-1

NGSS.HS-PS2-4

A possible explanation to a problem that has not yet been tested. 

• data
• theory
• hypothesis
• fact

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

Force = mass x gravity

• Hypothesis

• Theory

• Law

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NGSS.HS-PS2-1

True or False.  Theories change because new technology improves our ability to observe the natural world.

• True
• False

Another word for prediction or educated guess is: ________________

• hypothesis
• conclusion
• experiment
• data

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction.

(hint: Newton)

• Hypothesis

• Theory

• Law

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NGSS.HS-PS2-2

If other people are watching you, then you will be better behaved.

• Hypothesis

• Theory

• Law

A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world that can incorporate facts, laws, inferences, and tested hypotheses.

• Fact
• Theory
• Law
• Conclusion

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NGSS.HS-LS4-1

NGSS.HS-LS4-2