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A factual statement which is widely tested, proved and accepted is called a ______. 1 Theory 2 Concept 3 Law 4 Hypothesis
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A factual statement which is widely tested, proved and accepted is called a ______.
1 Theory
2 Concept
3 Law
4 Hypothesis

A.

1

B.

2

C.

3

D.

4

Correct option is C


Correct Answer: (c)
Explanation
A scientific law is a statement that has been repeatedly tested through experiments and observations and is universally accepted because it consistently describes a natural phenomenon.
Analysis of the options:
· Theory: Explains why a phenomenon occurs based on extensive evidence.
· Concept: A general idea or understanding of a topic.
· Law: A well-tested, universally accepted statement describing a natural relationship or phenomenon.
· Hypothesis: A tentative explanation that is yet to be tested.
Therefore, the correct answer is Option (c}: Law.
Additional Information

Scientific Term
Meaning
Hypothesis
A tentative explanation that can be tested experimentally.
Theory
A well-supported explanation based on repeated evidence and experimentation.
Law
A universally accepted statement describing a natural phenomenon or relationship.
Concept
A basic idea or principle used to understand a subject.
Examples of Scientific Laws:
· Law of Conservation of Mass (Lavoisier}
· Ohm's Law
· Newton's Laws of Motion
· Boyle's Law
· Charles' Law

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