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Which of these statements applies to a scientific hypothesis but not to a scientific theory?

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They are widely accepted explanations of natural phenomenon that have been extensively tested.

They are absolute proofs of a scientific explanation obtained after rigorous testing.

They are open to further study and can be revised pending new evidence.

Step-by-step explanation:

Scientific theories are widely accepted explanations of natural phenomenon that have been extensively tested.

Generally, a scientific law describes an observed phenomenon, but a scientific theory explains it.

Scientific theories DON'T become laws no matter the research.

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