Which of the following statements about theories is FALSE?(1 point)

Responses

Theories are just guesses and lack substantial evidence.
Theories are just guesses and lack substantial evidence.

Theories provide a framework for understanding and predicting scientific observations.
Theories provide a framework for understanding and predicting scientific observations.

Theories are well-substantiated explanations of natural phenomena.
Theories are well-substantiated explanations of natural phenomena.

Theories can be modified or discarded in light of new evidence.

1 answer

The FALSE statement among the options provided is:

Theories are just guesses and lack substantial evidence.

This statement misrepresents what theories are in the scientific context. In science, theories are well-supported explanations based on a substantial body of evidence and have undergone rigorous testing and validation.