You know, it`s kind of an argument that if the theory of evolution were true, it would actually be a law. In fact, scientists are a little tired of some people saying that the fact that evolution is a theory means that modern science itself is not convinced that it actually happens. The U.S. National Academy of Sciences describes what a theory is as follows: Sometimes discoveries are made that are so profound that they force us to reject the old theory. Then we start from scratch to develop a new theory that matches both the new and the old proof. Then the tests begin, with everyone looking for evidence that the new theory is wrong. FALSE? Isn`t it wrong to prove it wrong? Lol This is the way of science. In the words of one famous scientist, according to the National Academy of Sciences, a scientific theory is a “profound explanation of an aspect of the natural world that may include facts, laws, conclusions, and tested hypotheses.” In other words, all scientific theories are backed by evidence, and you can test them, and more importantly, you can use them to make predictions. This is something that often comes up in discussions between scientists and the public. Neither of these ideas (gas law or kinetic molecular theory) is more accepted than the other. They are both useful for understanding matter. The theory is not under the law. In many ways, theory is more useful than law because it tells us why something happens, not just why it happens.

Because the words theory and law have such different meanings in the language of science, this is often a difficult question to answer, so I`ll start by answering a few similar questions. Robertson explains in a chatty way the difference between scientific laws (a law only says what scientists find each time they test it); a theory (a theory is a mechanism that explains laws – NOT the same use as in everyday life); and assumptions (one of the normal steps in developing an understanding of a problem). This article will help you strengthen your scientific background before abusing terms – just in case you can. The article concludes with a discussion of calling evolution “just a theory.” “Assumptions, theories and laws are more like apples, oranges and kumquats: they cannot become anyone else, no matter how much fertilizer and water are offered,” according to the University of California. A hypothesis is a limited explanation of a phenomenon; A scientific theory is a thorough explanation of the observed phenomenon. A law is a statement about an observed phenomenon or unifying concept, according to Kennesaw State University. Many people think that when scientists find evidence that supports a hypothesis, the hypothesis is upgraded in theory, and if the theory turns out to be correct, it is upgraded to a law. But that`s not how it works at all. In fact, facts, theories and laws – as well as hypotheses – are separate parts of the scientific method. Although they can be scaled, they are not upgraded to anything else. Theories cannot become laws because each serves a different purpose. Let me explain (and yes, it`s a simplified explanation).

Many scientific laws can be reduced to a mathematical equation. For example, Newton`s law of universal gravity says: And the theory that explains gravity is general relativity. If you think these questions don`t make much sense, then you feel like a scientist who has been asked, “How much evidence does it take for a theory to become law?” A house is made of many bricks, boards, nails, windows, doors, concrete, etc. A dictionary consists of thousands of different words, and a symphony can easily have thousands of notes, which fit together perfectly to create enjoyable music. In the same way, theories are based on a variety of scientific laws, facts, tests, and other evidence, all of which fit together in ways that explain how part of the universe works. Sometimes discoveries are made that are so profound that they force us to reject the old theory. Then we start from scratch to develop a new theory that matches both the new and old evidence. Then the tests begin, with everyone looking for evidence that the new theory is wrong.