Question

directions tell how each pair of terms is alike. then tell how they are different.
hypothesis/scientific theory

1. alike:
2. different:

descent with modification/natural selection

1. alike:
2. different:

Explanation:

• Hypothesis/Scientific Theory
• Alike: Both are part of the scientific process. They are attempts to explain natural phenomena.
• Different: A hypothesis is a tentative, testable prediction. A scientific theory is a well - tested, comprehensive explanation of a set of observations.
• Descent with Modification/Natural Selection
• Alike: Both are related to evolution. They contribute to the change in species over time.
• Different: Descent with modification is the general idea that species change from generation to generation. Natural selection is a mechanism (survival of the fittest) that drives descent with modification.

Answer:

1. Both are attempts to explain natural phenomena.
2. Hypothesis is tentative; theory is well - tested.
3. Both relate to evolution.
4. Descent with modification is the general concept; natural selection is a mechanism.