B. a proposed explanation for natural phenomena, supported by evidence
A scientific theory provides an explanation of aspects of the natural world that is grounded in evidence and has withstood extensive testing and validation.
Scientific laws describe natural relationships that have been tested repeatedly and are generally accepted as universal and true. Which of the following describes a scientific theory?
A.
the outcome of a single experiment
B.
a proposed explanation for natural phenomena, supported by evidence
C.
a prediction about what will happen during a scientific investigation
D.
a proven fact about a natural phenomena
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