Scientific Theories Versus Scientific Laws: Key Concepts And Misconceptions

Scientific Theories Versus Scientific Laws: Key Concepts And Misconceptions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video tutorial explains the differences and similarities between scientific theories and laws. It highlights that both are based on objective observations and do not include supernatural reasoning. Scientific theories are well-tested explanations supported by facts, while scientific laws are observed occurrences without explanations. Examples of theories include the germ theory of disease, plate tectonics, and the Big Bang Theory. Examples of laws include Newton's Third Law of Motion, the First Law of Thermodynamics, and Boyle's Law. The video concludes with a self-assessment section for students to evaluate their understanding.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common feature of both scientific theories and laws?

They are based on subjective opinions.

They include supernatural explanations.

They help make strong predictions.

They are moral judgments.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the term 'theory' used differently in science compared to everyday language?

In science, it is a guess.

In science, it is a well-tested explanation.

In everyday language, it is a proven fact.

In everyday language, it is a hypothesis.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a scientific theory?

Boyle's Law

Germ Theory of Disease

Newton's Third Law

Conservation of Energy

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key characteristic of scientific laws?

They explain why phenomena occur.

They are based on repeated observations.

They can become theories with enough research.

They are subjective interpretations.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement is true about scientific laws?

They describe occurrences that happen every time.

They provide explanations for natural phenomena.

They are hypotheses that have been proven.

They are moral guidelines.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Newton's Third Law of Motion state?

Energy is neither created nor destroyed.

Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.

The volume of gas increases with temperature.

Diseases are caused by germs.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the First Law of Thermodynamics, also known as the conservation of energy, state?

Energy can be created and destroyed.

Energy is neither created nor destroyed.

The volume of gas decreases with temperature.

Every action has an equal and opposite reaction.

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