7.SCI.1.H
Distinguish between scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws.
Grade 7 · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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Skills
- distinguish (scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws) #dok2
- compare (scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws) #dok2
- classify (statements as hypotheses, theories, or laws) #dok2
- explain (differences among hypotheses, theories, and laws) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can recognize and define scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws. #dok1
- I can identify examples of hypotheses, theories, and laws in scientific contexts. #dok1
- I can distinguish between scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws based on their characteristics. #dok2
- I can compare scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws using examples and definitions. #dok2
- I can classify statements or descriptions as hypotheses, theories, or laws. #dok2
- I can explain the differences among scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws using real-world scientific situations. #dok2
- I can construct arguments describing why a concept is considered a hypothesis, theory, or law. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Scientific understanding is organized into hypotheses, theories, and laws, each serving a different role in explaining natural phenomena.
- Distinguishing between hypotheses, theories, and laws helps deepen comprehension of how science develops and validates explanations.
Essential Questions
- What are the differences between scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws?
- How do hypotheses, theories, and laws contribute to scientific knowledge?
- Why is it important to distinguish between scientific hypotheses, theories, and laws?
- How does the process of scientific investigation lead to the development of hypotheses, theories, and laws?
- Can a hypothesis become a theory or a law? Why or why not?