1. Ms. Gravette Write on the RIGHT SIDE of your journal
Theory vs Law
Ms. Gravette
Write on the RIGHT SIDE of your journal

2. Theory An explanation of WHY or HOW things happen in nature
Not mathematical
Supported by large amounts of evidence

3. Examples of Theories
Natural Selection
Atomic Theory
Climate Change

4. Law
A description of a specific relationship under given conditions in the natural world
Tells us WHAT happens

5. 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

6. 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