11. In science, a ______________________ combines observations and explains WHY. ( Ex. Evolution ) 12. In science, a _______________________ is used to make predictions, telling us WHAT will happen.

When  is used to explain a set of observations, there is always a chance that an alternative explanation may be more accurate. In the practice of science, this type of reasoning is used to develop explanations.

The word “theory” in theory of evolution is best replaced by __________.Question 7Select one:a.factb.hypothesisc.idead.alternate explanation

Which of the following best describes science?A.The use of observations and experiments to answer questions about the natural worldB.The study of the natural world in order to formulate answers to untestable questionsC.The use of experiments and investigations to form opinionsD.The study of the universe to answer philosophical questions

Which of the following do scientists use to form a hypothesis?A.A conclusion and dataB.A question and opinionsC.A question and observationsD.A conclusion and a theory

A(n) ________ is a well-developed set of ideas that proposes an explanation for observed phenomena.