Access Point #: SC.6.N.3.Su.1

Recognize that a scientific theory is an explanation of nature.
General Information
Number: SC.6.N.3.Su.1
Category: Supported
Date Adopted or Revised: 02/08
Big Idea: The Role of Theories, Laws, Hypotheses, and Models : The terms that describe examples of scientific knowledge, for example; "theory," "law," "hypothesis," and "model" have very specific meanings and functions within science.

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