This is a law. That is because it cannot be refuted in any way. A theory often depends on perfect conditions. Even simple theories often are based on perfect conditions that cannot be found on earth. Unlike it, laws are applicable no matter where and how you are. Such are for example Newton's laws or laws of thermodynamics.
Answer: The purpose of a hypothesis is to find the answer to a question.
Explanation:
A hypothesis is a statement which is written as a source of prediction which is based upon the assumption of the cause of a natural event or process. The purpose of the hypothesis is basically to find the relevant answers to the scientific question. It is based upon few evidences and the entire statement of the hypothesis is tested using experimental procedures.
When landfills have a very poor maintenance, it would likely result in the release of harmful gases into the atmosphere. Among these poisonous gases released are carbon dioxide and methane in which if inhaled in an excessive amount, it could cause respiratory illnesses or it could be fatal.
The hills and valleys decrease the height and speed of the ride. This means that the graph has a negative correlation.
By the way, I think you may have plotted your points incorrectly. The directions said to connect them all with a smooth line or curve.
Also, this is not high school chemistry. This is more likely to be elementary school science. Just make sure that you put your questions in the correct categories next time! :)
