The Difference Between Scientific Theories and Hypotheses Quiz
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Which one of these is the best definition of a scientific theory?

  • An untested hypothesis
  • A guess about how or why something happens
  • A fact that has been proven
  • A broad explanation for events that is widely accepted as true (correct)
  • What is the main difference between the way the word 'theory' is used in everyday language and in science?

  • The word 'theory' is not used in everyday language
  • In everyday language, theory means a guess, while in science it means a fact (correct)
  • In everyday language, theory means a fact, while in science it means a guess
  • There is no difference
  • Which of the following is an example of a scientific theory?

  • Evolution (correct)
  • A hypothesis that has been tested once
  • A guess about how or why something happens
  • An untested idea
  • What is required for a hypothesis to become a scientific theory?

    <p>It must be supported by a great deal of evidence</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following was a theory that was later disproved?

    <p>Spontaneous Generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Scientific Theories

    • A scientific theory is a well-substantiated explanation for a set of phenomena, repeatedly tested and supported by a vast amount of data.

    Everyday Language vs Science

    • In everyday language, 'theory' implies a guess or speculation, but in science, it refers to a rigorously tested and widely accepted explanation.

    Examples of Scientific Theories

    • Gravity is an example of a scientific theory, as it explains the phenomenon of objects attracting each other.

    Hypothesis to Theory

    • A hypothesis becomes a scientific theory when it is extensively tested, supported by empirical evidence, and widely accepted by the scientific community.

    Disproven Theories

    • The geocentric model, which placed Earth at the center of the universe, was a theory later disproved by evidence and replaced by the heliocentric model.

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    Test your knowledge on scientific theories and learn how they differ from hypotheses. Understand the criteria that a hypothesis must meet to become a widely accepted scientific theory.

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