For each of the statements below, indicate whether the statement describes a scientific theory, a scientific law, or both. (1 point)

Scientific Theory Scientific Law Both
Can be modified if new evidence or information arises

Often represented by a mathematical formula

Explains how a natural phenomenon works

Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions

1 answer

Here’s how each statement fits with the categories of scientific theory, scientific law, or both:

  1. Can be modified if new evidence or information arises

    • Scientific Theory
  2. Often represented by a mathematical formula

    • Scientific Law
  3. Explains how a natural phenomenon works

    • Scientific Theory
  4. Describes a relationship that always occurs under specific conditions

    • Scientific Law

So the specific answers would be:

  1. Scientific Theory
  2. Scientific Law
  3. Scientific Theory
  4. Scientific Law