BIO6 - Father of Evolutionary Theory Quiz

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What is the meaning of the term 'evolvere' in the context of biological evolution?

To descend or originate

To transform or change

To unfold or unroll (correct)

To adapt or adjust

What is the key concept of Darwin's theory of evolution known as?

Descent with modification (correct)

Evolutionary synthesis

Punctuated equilibrium

Adaptive radiation

Which of the following best describes the relationship between a hypothesis, a fact, and a scientific theory?

A fact is a hypothesis that has acquired substantial supporting evidence.

A hypothesis is a temporary conjecture, a fact is a proven truth, and a theory is the highest level of scientific understanding. (correct)

A hypothesis is more reliable than a fact, while a theory is the least reliable.

A theory is a hypothesis that has been conclusively proven true.

What is the primary focus of the passage?

The distinction between fact, theory, and hypothesis in science Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key feature of a scientific theory according to the passage?

It is a comprehensive, coherent body of interconnected statements. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a scientific hypothesis according to the passage?

To make an informed conjecture about what might be true. Signup and view all the answers

How does the passage describe the relationship between facts and theories in science?

Theories are developed to explain and unify facts, but are subject to revision in light of new evidence. Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the highest level of scientific understanding that a scientist can aspire to achieve?

Developing a valid, successful new theory. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the overall purpose of the passage?

To clarify the distinctions between hypotheses, facts, and theories in the context of scientific inquiry. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the term 'theory' in the context of science according to the passage?

It is the highest level of scientific understanding that a researcher can achieve. Signup and view all the answers

BIO6 - Father of Evolutionary Theory Quiz

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What is the meaning of the term 'evolvere' in the context of biological evolution?

What is the key concept of Darwin's theory of evolution known as?

Which of the following best describes the relationship between a hypothesis, a fact, and a scientific theory?

What is the primary focus of the passage?

Which of the following is a key feature of a scientific theory according to the passage?

What is the primary function of a scientific hypothesis according to the passage?

How does the passage describe the relationship between facts and theories in science?

According to the passage, what is the highest level of scientific understanding that a scientist can aspire to achieve?

Which of the following best describes the overall purpose of the passage?

What is the significance of the term 'theory' in the context of science according to the passage?

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