Which answer correctly summarizes the essential elements of a scientific theory?

Eventually become laws; based on many tests and reviews; usually do not change

Predict and describe; based on observation and logic; formulated before experimentation

Never become laws; based on strong scientific support; may change based on evidence

Describe the natural world; based on many observations and data; do not explain why

Question

Which answer correctly summarizes the essential elements of a scientific theory?

 Eventually become laws; based on many tests and reviews; usually do not change

 Predict and describe; based on observation and logic; formulated before experimentation

 Never become laws; based on strong scientific support; may change based on evidence

 Describe the natural world; based on many observations and data; do not explain why

anonymous · Answer

A scientific theory summarizes a hypothesis or group of hypotheses that have been supported with repeated testing. If enough evidence accumulates to support a hypothesis, it moves to the next step—known as a theory—in the scientific method and becomes accepted as a valid explanation of a phenomenon.

anonymous · Answer

So, Eventually become laws; based on many tests and reviews; usually do not change

anonymous · Answer

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