Which of the Following Statements Is MOST True of a Scientific

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is MOST true of a scientific theory?

• A) Theory is a scientific word for a hypothesis.
• B) A scientific theory is a new idea,yet to be tested.
• C) Scientific theories are truths that are too theoretical to be tested directly.
• D) A theory is a scientific idea supported by an abundance of evidence.

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Definitions:

Axial

Describes atoms or groups of atoms in a molecular structure that are oriented parallel to an axis of symmetry, often contrasted with equatorial positioning.

Chair Conformer

A specific spatial arrangement of the cyclohexane ring that minimizes steric strain, resembling a chair shape.

Axial Hydrogens

Hydrogen atoms positioned along the axis of a molecule, perpendicular to a specified plane, often referring to cyclohexane conformations.

Cyclohexane

A saturated hydrocarbon with the molecular formula \(C_6H_{12}\), consisting of a ring of six carbon atoms, and is often used as a nonpolar solvent in chemistry.