Question

Scientific theories are explanations for scientific phenomena that can be changed when and if new information is found to support or refute the explanation. Which of the following statements provides an example of a scientific theory?

a.
An object at rest will remain at rest unless acted on by an outside force.
b.
Species evolve by passing on advantageous hereditary traits.
c.
For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction.
d.
In a closed system, energy is neither created nor destroyed.

Answer 1

b.
Species evolve by passing on advantageous hereditary traits.

Answer 2

The correct answer will be option B.

Step-by-step explanation:

Scientific theories are unsubstantiated ideas and opinions which best explains about any natural phenomenon based on observation and experiments.

In the given question "Species evolve by passing on advantageous hereditary traits" can be considered as a scientific hypothesis because this statement gives the explanation of "How the species evolve ?" which based on the observations, other hypothesis and evidences has been verified multiple times.

Thus, option B is the correct answer.