In general, a scientific law is the description of an observed phenomenon. It doesn’t explain why the phenomenon exists or what causes it. The explanation of a phenomenon is called a scientific theory. It is a misconception that theories turn into laws with enough research. “In science, laws are a […]
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Scientific Hypothesis, Theory, Law Definitions
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Words have precise meanings in science. For example, “theory,” “law,” and “hypothesis” don’t all mean the same thing. Outside of science, you might say something is “just a theory,” meaning it’s a supposition that may or may not be true. In science, however, a theory is an explanation that generally […]