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Which of the following is a characteristic of a scientific theory?
Which of the following is a characteristic of a scientific theory?
- It is a guess based on limited evidence.
- It is a well-substantiated explanation supported by evidence. (correct)
- It is a proven fact.
- It is a belief that cannot be tested or falsified.
What is the primary role of a scientific hypothesis?
What is the primary role of a scientific hypothesis?
- To prove a theory.
- To make predictions that can be tested. (correct)
- To explain a phenomenon.
- To gather data to support a theory.
Which of these statements best describes the relationship between a scientific law and a scientific theory?
Which of these statements best describes the relationship between a scientific law and a scientific theory?
- A law is a general principle, while a theory is a detailed explanation. (correct)
- A law is a specific observation, while a theory is a broader explanation.
- A law is proven true, while a theory is still being tested.
- A law describes *why* something happens, while a theory explains *how* it happens.
What distinguishes a scientific experiment from a non-scientific investigation?
What distinguishes a scientific experiment from a non-scientific investigation?
Why is it important for scientific findings to be peer-reviewed?
Why is it important for scientific findings to be peer-reviewed?
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Decomposition
Decomposition
The process of reducing something to its basic parts or elements.
Composition
Composition
The process of combining simple parts or elements into a more complex whole.
Tree Diagram
Tree Diagram
A diagram that shows the hierarchical structure of a system or concept.
Divide and Conquer
Divide and Conquer
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Diagram
Diagram
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