A Hypothesis

question 43

Multiple Choice

A hypothesis

• A)is equivalent to a theory.
• B)is an attempt to explain observations and predict future scientific results.
• C)is a statement concerning scientific facts.
• D)cannot be refuted by future investigations.

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Definitions:

Sodium-Potassium Pumps

Membrane proteins that help maintain cellular homeostasis by actively transporting sodium out of cells and potassium into cells.

Multiple Sclerosis

An autoimmune disease that affects the brain and spinal cord, leading to demyelination, inflammation, and damage to nerve cells.

Tingling Sensations

A feeling of prickling, stinging, or numbness in the skin with no apparent long-term physical effect, often referred to as having one's skin "fall asleep."

Brain Tumor

An abnormal growth of cells within the brain or the central spinal canal, which can be malignant (cancerous) or benign (non-cancerous), leading to various neurological problems.