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AA-SC.7.N.3.1 (H) - Recognize and explain the difference between theories and laws and give several examples of scientific theories and the evidence that supports them.

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  • Q1
    What is the primary difference between scientific laws and theories?
    Laws are more important than theories.
    Laws describe what happens; theories explain why it happens.
    Laws only apply to physics and theories apply to biology.
    Theories are proven facts; laws are not.
    30s
  • Q2
    Which of the following is an example of a scientific theory?
    Ohm's Law
    Boyle's Law
    Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation
    The Theory of Evolution
    30s
  • Q3
    What is an example of evidence that supports the Theory of Plate Tectonics?
    The phases of the moon
    The color of ocean water
    The shape of the continents
    The distribution of earthquakes along tectonic plate boundaries
    30s
  • Q4
    What distinguishes a scientific law from a scientific theory?
    A law explains phenomena; a theory describes them.
    A law is a guess; a theory is a fact.
    A law can be proven; a theory cannot.
    A law describes a consistent relationship in nature, while a theory explains why that relationship exists.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a scientific theory?
    It is based on tested hypotheses.
    It can be modified based on new evidence.
    It explains a broad range of observations.
    It is proven to be true in all circumstances.
    30s
  • Q6
    Which of the following describes a scientific law?
    A hypothesis that has not yet been tested.
    A concise statement summarizing a pattern observed in nature.
    A detailed explanation of a process or mechanism.
    A prediction of future events based on theories.
    30s
  • Q7
    Which of the following is an example of a scientific law?
    The Germ Theory of Disease
    Newton's Law of Motion
    The Theory of Relativity
    The Big Bang Theory
    30s
  • Q8
    Why is the Theory of Relativity considered a theory rather than a law?
    It states that energy cannot change.
    It describes the shape of the universe.
    It explains the effects of gravity and motion on space and time.
    It predicts the orbits of planets.
    30s
  • Q9
    What type of evidence supports the Theory of Germs in relation to disease?
    The effectiveness of vaccines in preventing diseases.
    The identification of specific pathogens causing illnesses.
    The use of antibiotics.
    The observation of human behaviors.
    30s
  • Q10
    Which statement best describes a scientific theory?
    It is an untested idea.
    It is a fact that cannot be changed.
    It is a simple guess about how things work.
    It is a well-substantiated explanation based on a body of evidence.
    30s

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