7
QuizMultiple Choice

Hypotheses, Theories, and Laws

Question 7 • 2001310 Earth Science Sem 1 - Pearson

What would most likely occur over time if new technologies gave us information that challenged what scientists currently understand about natural selection?

Answer
A
A new scientific law would be established and proven by the findings.
B
A new scientific theory would be established and proven by the findings.
C
A current scientific law would be revised based on the new findings.
D
A current scientific theory would be revised based on the new findings.

Explanation

Natural selection is explained by the scientific theory of evolution. A scientific theory is a well-supported explanation that can be revised when new evidence challenges or expands what scientists currently understand. Therefore, the current theory would be revised based on the new findings; new evidence does not automatically establish or prove a new law or theory.

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