For each of the statements below, indicate whether the statement describes a scientific theory, a scientific law, or both. (1 point)
Scientific Theory Scientific Law Both
Can be modified if new evidence or information arises
Scientific Theory – Can be modified if new evidence or information arises
Scientific Law – Can be modified if new evidence or information arises
Both – Can be modified if new evidence or information arises
Often represented by a mathematical formula
Scientific Theory – Often represented by a mathematical formula
Scientific Law – Often represented by a mathematical formula
Both – Often represented by a mathematical formula
Explains how a natural phenomenon works
Scientific Theory – Explains how a natural phenomenon works
Scientific Law – Explains how a natural phenomenon works
Both – Explains how a natural phenomenon works
Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions
Scientific Theory – Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions
Scientific Law – Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions
Both – Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions
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Scientific Theory Scientific Law Both
Can be modified if new evidence or information arises Both
Often represented by a mathematical formula Both
Explains how a natural phenomenon works Both
Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions Scientific Law