What is the difference between a hypothesis and a theory?
The difference between a hypothesis and a theory :
Hypothesis | Theory | |
1. | A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for some phenomenon based on limited evidence. | A theory is an idea that is intended to explain facts or events. |
2. | Not scientifically tested or proven. | Scientifically tested and proven. |
3. | It relies on the possibility. | It relies on evidence and verification. |
4. | A hypothesis is one statement. | A theory is a collection of things. |