#hypothesis

science  What is a hypothesis, and how does it contrast with a theory?

A hypothesis is a testable statement or explanation that is proposed to answer a scientific question or problem. It is an educated guess that is...    Read more

science  What distinguishes a theory, model, and hypothesis?

In science, a theory, model, and hypothesis are terms used to describe different concepts that help scientists explain the natural world. A...    Read more

science  What factors influence whether a scientific theory is considered a fact or hypothesis?

Scientific theories are well-established explanations for natural phenomena that have been repeatedly confirmed through observation and...    Read more

science  What are the key principles of the scientific method?

The scientific method is a systematic approach to investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge....    Read more

science  When does a hypothesis become a theory, and how do they differ?

In the scientific community, hypotheses and theories are two important terms that are often used interchangeably, but they actually have different...    Read more