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Theories vs Law

Quiz by Katie Heter

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  • Q1
    What is a scientific theory?
    A tentative explanation for a phenomenon, subject to further testing and experimentation.
    A prediction about future events based on past data.
    A set of rules that describe the behavior of a particular natural phenomenon.
    A well-substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world, based on knowledge that has been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experimentation.
    30s
  • Q2
    What is a scientific law?
    A prediction about future events based on past data.
    A statement that describes a natural phenomenon and has never been confirmed through observation and experimentation.
    A tentative explanation for a phenomenon, subject to further testing and experimentation.
    A statement that describes a natural phenomenon and has been repeatedly confirmed through observation and experimentation.
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the main difference between a theory and a law?
    A theory explains why a phenomenon occurs, while a law describes how a phenomenon occurs.
    A theory is subject to change, while a law is fixed.
    A theory explains why a phenomenon occurs, while a law describes how a phenomenon occurs.
    A theory is based on observation, while a law is based on experimentation.
    30s
  • Q4
    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a scientific theory?
    It makes testable predictions.
    It is based on personal beliefs or opinions.
    It is subject to change based on new evidence.
    It is supported by a large body of evidence.
    30s
  • Q5
    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a scientific law?
    It explains why a phenomenon occurs.
    It is concise and easy to understand.
    It is based on empirical data.
    It describes a pattern in the natural world.
    30s
  • Q6
    Do laws ever become theories?
    Yes, laws that are subject to change can become theories.
    No, there is no difference between a law and a theory.
    It depends on the specific scientific discipline.
    No, laws and theories are two different types of scientific knowledge and cannot be compared in this way.
    30s
  • Q7
    Which is more flexible, a scientific theory or a scientific law?
    a scientific law
    both are equally flexible
    a scientific theory
    neither
    30s
  • Q8
    Do scientific theories or scientific laws change more often?
    scientific theories
    scientific laws
    both change at the same rate
    neither
    30s
  • Q9
    What is a hypothesis?
    A proven fact
    A guess about how something works
    An observation of a natural phenomenon
    A proposed explanation for a phenomenon that can be tested by further investigation
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the role of replication in scientific research?
    To ensure that the results of a study are easy to understand
    To ensure that the results of a study support the researcher's hypothesis
    To ensure that the results of a study are reliable and can be generalized to other populations
    To ensure that the results of a study are statistically significant
    30s
  • Q11
    What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?
    A hypothesis is proven, while a theory is not.
    A hypothesis is a fact, while a theory is a belief.
    A hypothesis is an educated guess, while a theory is a well-substantiated explanation.
    A hypothesis is a broad idea, while a theory is specific.
    30s
  • Q12
    What is a control group?
    The group in an experiment that is observed but not manipulated.
    The group in an experiment that does not receive the experimental treatment.
    The group in an experiment that receives the experimental treatment.
    The group in an experiment that receives a different experimental treatment.
    30s
  • Q13
    What is a dependent variable?
    The variable that is manipulated by the experimenter.
    The variable that is irrelevant to the experiment.
    The variable that is affected by the independent variable.
    The variable that is held constant in an experiment.
    30s
  • Q14
    What is a scientific model?
    A formula for solving equations
    A type of microscope
    A representation of a real-world phenomenon or system
    A type of computer program
    30s
  • Q15
    How do scientists use models?
    To create beautiful artwork
    To study the history of science
    To make mathematical calculations
    To make predictions and test hypotheses about real-world phenomena or systems
    30s

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