In 1859, Charles Darwin described a model of how living things change over time. He described this model and the evidence that supported it in a book called On The Origin of Species. Which of the following is the scientific term is used to describe a testable model that seeks to explain natural phenomena? a) data b) hypothesis c) observation d) theory

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Yaretzi Sherman

29 April, 18:49

In 1859, Charles Darwin described a model of how living things change over time. He described this model and the evidence that supported it in a book called On The Origin of Species. Which of the following is the scientific term is used to describe a testable model that seeks to explain natural phenomena? a) data b) hypothesis c) observation d) theory

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Ayla Bowers · Answer 1

The correct answer is D. A scientific theory is a well substantiated explanation of some aspect of the natural world. A scientific theory is usually an acceptable and organised system of knowledge that applies to a particular circumstance. Scientific theories usually present proven explanations about the phenomenon observed.