Question

5. Which answer correctly summarizes the essential elements of a scientific theory?. A. descriptions of the natural world; based on many observations and data; do not explain why. B. eventually become laws; based on many tests and reviews; usually do not change. C. never become laws; based on strong scientific support; may change based on evidence. D. predictions and descriptions; based on observation and logic; may change based on evidence. .

Answer 1

Answer;

C. never become laws; based on strong scientific support; may change based on evidence.

Explanation;

-A scientific theory is a generally accepted, thoroughly tested and confirmed explanation for a set of observations or phenomena. Scientific theory is the foundation of scientific knowledge.

-In addition, in many scientific disciplines (less so in biology) there are scientific laws, often expressed in mathematical formulas, which describe how elements of nature will behave under certain specific conditions.

Answer 2

"Never become laws; based on strong scientific support; may change based on evidence" is the one answer among the following choices given in the question that correctly summarizes the essential elements of a scientific theory. he correct option among all the options that are given in the question is the third option or option "C".