Which of the following is the best definition of a scientific theory?

A. a broad, well-supported explanation of related observations or events

B. a description of a natural phenomenon that is always observed to occur under specific conditions

C. a plausible answer to a scientific question that is used to guide research

D. a highly tentative statement about the natural world that is likely to be significantly changed or discarded

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Biology

Lorelai Butler

20 April, 02:25

Which of the following is the best definition of a scientific theory?

A. a broad, well-supported explanation of related observations or events

B. a description of a natural phenomenon that is always observed to occur under specific conditions

C. a plausible answer to a scientific question that is used to guide research

D. a highly tentative statement about the natural world that is likely to be significantly changed or discarded

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Clay Mccullough · Answer 1

The correct answer is option B

The scientific theory can be defined as the phenomenon that is related to the natural world and repeatedly tested according to the scientific methods and recorded the measurements and the evaluation of results under the controlled conditions (if possible).

This is done based on scientific methods.

Jude Valenzuela · Answer 2

B, because a scientific theory is not yet proven.