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astra-53 [7]
3 years ago
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What is the difference between a scientific theory and an opinion?

Chemistry
1 answer:
Sergio039 [100]3 years ago
5 0

Answer:

An opinion is a statement describing a personal belief or thought that cannot be tested (or has not been tested) and is unsupported by evidence. ... Theories are not described as true or right, but as the best-supported explanation of the world based on evidence.

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