Theories vs Laws

Uhm, not true.

Common Usage of Theory: Is a guess, and not proven.

Example: "I have a theory about why you're failing science class!"

A scientific theory is a proposed explanation for how a natural phenomenon occurs.

It is backed up by rigorous testing, other scientists, and tons of data

They are generally accepted to be true

They are developed using trial atfter trial of experiments

Theory of Evolution

Cell Theory

Laws describe what will happen in a given situation typically using a mathematical equation.

Based on observations of a phenomenon

Laws are typically a starting place in science! We start with what we know, then use it to ask questions and experiment to then create theories to explain why