Cesar reads about the big bang theory, which explains that the universe expanded as the result of an explosion. He wants to evaluate whether this theory is a good one. Which statement is a characteristic of a good theory? A. It is the idea of only one scientist. B. It does not change as time passes. C. It is not supported by scientific evidence. D. It changes with new observations made by astronomers.

Cesar reads about the big bang theory, which explains that the universe expanded as the result of an explosion. He wants to evaluate whether this theory is a good one. Which statement is a characteristic of a good theory? A. It is the idea of only one scientist. B. It does not change as time passes. C. It is not supported by scientific evidence. D. It changes with new observations made by astronomers.

Horizons: Exploring the Universe (MindTap Course List)

14th Edition

ISBN:9781305960961

Author:Michael A. Seeds, Dana Backman

Publisher:Michael A. Seeds, Dana Backman

Chapter14: Modern Cosmology

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