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EXPLAIN the difference(s) between a scientific theory and a scientific law. You may include examples to demonstrate/support your explanation.

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a scientific law is the description of an observed phenomenon with a lot of testing. It doesn't explain why the phenomenon exists or what causes it. The explanation of a phenomenon is called a scientific theory. It is a misconception that theories turn into laws with enough research.

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A scientific theory explains the reason for the occurrence of phenomena. However, a scientific law is limited to applicability and does not give any explanation regarding the phenomena in which it can be applied to.
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