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How is the word theory typically used in the general public?
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As a guess
Example: People often refer to an idea and then add, "but that is only my theory." They are referring to a theory as their idea or their guess. |
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What is the scientific definition of the word theory?
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An explanation for a certain group of facts that is well substantiated by considerable scientific research.
A lot of evidence is necessary to support a theory. |
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How is the word hypothesis used in science?
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As an unsubstantiated, testable, explanation for an observation.
Hypotheses form the basis for further experimentation. As a proposed answer to questions regarding something that has been observed. |
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How do most of the general public use the word Hypothesis?
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as a guess
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What is a fact?
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Something that cannot be proven wrong by further experimentation.
For example, we need food(nutrients) to survive. |
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In science, what is a law?
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A phenomenon that occurs the same way over and over again under the same conditions.
For example, Laws of Motion describe how objects move when subjected to certain forces. |
