155k views
5 votes
Differentiate between a scientific theory and a scientific law.

User Mat Ryer
by
5.8k points

1 Answer

4 votes
Well, a scientific law is the description of an observed phenomenon. It doesn't explain why the phenomenon exists or what causes it. ButThe explanation of the phenomenon is called a scientific theory. It is a misconception that theories turn into laws with enough research.
User Rohit Pandey
by
6.0k points