Ms. Gravette Write on the RIGHT SIDE of your journal Theory vs Law Ms. Gravette Write on the RIGHT SIDE of your journal
Theory An explanation of WHY or HOW things happen in nature Not mathematical Supported by large amounts of evidence
Examples of Theories Natural Selection Atomic Theory Climate Change
Law A description of a specific relationship under given conditions in the natural world Tells us WHAT happens
Examples of Laws Newton’s 2nd Law of Motion: F=mA (Force= mass x acceleration) As the acceleration of a car increases, the force of an impact increases Boyle’s Law: P= 1/V (Pressure=1/volume) As pressure on a GAS increases, the volume decreases
Reflection (Left Side) Theory vs Law foldable Outside: “Theory” & “Law” Inside: (FOR EACH) Definition Example Drawing of example Caption describing your picture OUTSIDE Theory Law INSIDE