What is the benefit of formulating a hypothesis?

A hypothesis is what prevents us from only making observations. It is a logical attempt to use prior knowledge and predictions to hypothesize what will happen during an experiment.

The qualities of a good hypothesis are: 1) Logically consistent with other theories and data 2) Have explanatory power 3) Be empirically testable 4) Similar hypothesis is the better hypothesis.

A good hypothesis does not need to be in a certain structure. Many people believe that a hypothesis needs to have, "I believe.." or "If...then...because...". However, a good hypothesis should:

1. Be based off of evidence or research. Not just a plain old guess or prediction. Hypotheses are made after deep research.

2. Explains why the process may occur and must be based off of research.

3. Should explain why other claims may be incorrect.

4. Should give examples.

5. Structure is important so that other scientists can understand. This is where the "If...then...because..." kicks in.

1. amino acid refers to the fundamental building block of proteins, comprising of an amino group and a carboxyl group.

2. catalyst refers to any substance, which increases the rate of chemical reaction without being used up in the reaction.

3. a complex molecule containing he genetic code is dna or deoxyribonucleic acid.

4. an enzyme refers to a molecule of protein, which is unique in accelerating up a particular chemical reaction in the biological systems.

5. nucleic acid refers to an sequence of sugars, phosphates, and nitrogenous bases, for example, dna and rna.

6. a protein refers to a large, composite organic molecule comprising of a huge number of amino acids associated together with the of peptide bonds.

7. rna refers to a nucleic acid that takes part in the production of proteins.

8. substrate refers to a compound, which takes part in a chemical reaction, and is chemically modified by the reaction.