Question

what is the definition for \hypothesis\? a scientific concept that explains what patterns of behavior will be seen through repeated investigations a hypothesis or group of related hypotheses that can be accepted as true based on repeated experimentation with similar results a possible explanation or answer to a scientific question that is based on prior knowledge or research and is testable

Explanation:

A hypothesis is a test - able possible explanation for a scientific question, based on prior knowledge or research. The first option describes a scientific law, and the second option describes a theory.

Answer:

a possible explanation or answer to a scientific question that is based on prior knowledge or research and is testable