Biology: Concepts and Investigations
Biology: Concepts and Investigations
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Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Theory is an explanation of a phenomenon with validity and reason. It includes the complete deciphering of the values obtained after the conduction of the experiments. It verifies the truth about the prediction of hypothesis.

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which of the following best describes the logic of scientific inquiry? a. If I generate a testable hypothesis, tests and observations will support it. b. If my prediction is correct, it will lead to a testable hypothesis c. If my observations are accurate, they will support my hypothesis. d. if my prediction is correct, my hypothesis is supported.
Can a theory be proven wrong?a. No, theories are exactly the same as facts.b. No, because there is no good way to test a theory.c. Yes, a new observation or interpretation of data could disprovea theory.d. Yes, theories are exactly the same as hypotheses.
Which of the following is not true of science?a. Science is based on the premise that all events can be traced to natural causes.b. Important science can be based on chance observations.c. A hypothesis is basically a wild guess.d. Scientific theories can potentially be disproved.

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