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True or false If a theory proves correct over a long period of time it becomes a law?
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∙ 15y ago
it depends what type of theory,the word "theory" can apply to a number of things and a "law" can referr to any laws (ex. laws of physics,laws of gravity) you have to give more information julie
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What evidence was there to suggesst that the phlogiston theory was correct?
the evidence that the phlogistan theory was correct was that there was heat and by the way this is definetly correct
Was Rutherford's theory correct or incorrect?
It was correct as far as it went (as are all scientific theories), however it predicted the electrons would all practically instantly spiral into the nucleus while the atom emitted an intense flash of x-rays and gamma rays, which obviously does not happen. It took the addition of Heisenberg's Quantum theory to explain why the electrons stay in "fixed" orbitals and allow the prediction of hydrogen's spectral lines. This combined theory was more correct, and with only minor modifications is the modern atomic theory.
A chemical theory that has been known for a long time becomes a law?
Yes after a long time it can become a law
What is the definition of VERSP Theory?
The correct acrnym is VESPR = Valence Electron Shell Pair Repulsion
Is the current model of the atom a theory or a fact?
The fact is that the simple model of a nucleus containing neutrons and protons surrounded by electrons is correct.
How is law different from a theory?
A Theory is unproven, but Laws are proven. Theory becomes law after that theory is proven correct.
What is tested in an experiment?
A hypothesis is tested by an experiment. A hypothesis is an estimate or guess about an outcome. The experiment proves whether the hypothesis is correct or not correct.
What proves water is H2O?
hydrogen combined with oxygen turn water.. this is chemistry theory that proves
If a hypothesis is supported by new data gathered over a period of time it may become a what?
Confirmed hypothesis becomes a theory.
What is the verb for proof?
The verb for proof is prove.Other verbs depending on the tense are proves, proving and proved.Some example sentences are:"I will prove this theory"."This proves he did it"."I am proving you wrong"."The theory was eventually proved".
When can a hypothesis be elevated to the status of theory?
When it proves the tests of repeated experiments
When can a hypothesis be elevated to status of a theory?
When it proves the tests of repeated experiments
Why scientific theory might changed?
Some one proves it wrong.
How many dimensions do atoms have?
[At least] Three. There could be more if string theory or the theory of branes proves to be true.
What scientific evidence proves Darwins theory of evolution?
can someone help me please
Can a theory change over time How?
Not really, if the theory proves to be wrong then it is replaced by something better (using the scientific method)..
What will a hypothesis become if its is supported by repeated experimentation?
A scientific theory
