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[Phys-l] nature of science



I have some questions concerning the nature of science.

1. What is the basic difference between a theory and a law in science?

2. When Newton first developed it, would we classify Newton’s Law of Gravitation as a theory or a law?

3. What is the role of hypothesis in

a) introductory physics courses

b) physics major’s courses

c) graduate physics courses

Mangala Joshua
Physical Science Department
Mesa Community College