Hypotheses, Theories, and Laws

If the distance between a light source and an object decreases, then the size of the object's shadow will increase because the object will block out more light.

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*If you move your hand closer to the light source.​

Example

A possible explanation of or answer to a scientific question that is testable and based on prior knowledge or research.

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Definition

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When writing hypotheses, think of this formula. If the independent variable changes, then something will happen to the dependent variable because....[give explaination].

Examples:

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If the distance between a light source and an object decreases, then the size of the object's shadow will increase because the object will block out more light.​

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If the height of a ramp increases, then the speed of a car on the ramp will increase because the car will accelerate.​

If...then...because