Which statement BEST describes the difference between a theory and a law?

a. A theory explains why something happens; a law explains what happens.
b. A theory explains why something happens; a law states where something happens.
c. A theory explains why something happens; a law explains how it happens.
d. A theory explains why something happens; a law states who it happens to.

a. A theory explains why something happens; a law explains what happens.

The statement that BEST describes the difference between a theory and a law is option a: A theory explains why something happens; a law explains what happens.