Law vs Theory

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What is the primary purpose of collecting evidence in scientific theories?

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A theory needs a large body of evidence to support our understanding of natural events.

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What does a scientific theory explain?

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A scientific theory explains why something happens.

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Can a theory become a law with enough evidence?

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False.

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Which scientific concept can change based on new observations?

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Theory.

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What type of question does a theory typically involve?

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A 'why' question.

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What is the difference between a scientific law and a scientific theory?

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A scientific law describes what happens under certain conditions, while a scientific theory explains why it happens.

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Give an example of a scientific law.

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Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation.

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What is an example of a scientific theory?

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The theory of evolution.

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How does peer review contribute to the development of scientific theories?

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Peer review helps validate research and ensures that theories are based on sound evidence.

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What role does experimentation play in the scientific method?

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Experimentation is used to test hypotheses and gather evidence to support or refute theories.

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