Question

question 5 of 10
which of these best describes a scientific theory?
a. an educated guess about an aspect of the physical world
b. the conclusion of one famous scientist about a hypothesis
c. a hypothesis that is proven true with the results of one experiment
d. an explanation that is supported by many different experiments

Explanation:

A scientific theory is not just an educated guess (that's a hypothesis), nor is it based on one scientist's conclusion or one experiment. It is an explanation that has been repeatedly tested and supported by many different experiments across time.

Answer:

D. An explanation that is supported by many different experiments