Physics, 24.05.2021 19:20 kellysmith45

Lilly was trying to explain to her friend the difference between a theory and a law in science. She used the theory of plate tectonics and the law of superposition as examples. Lilli explained the
difference by using non-scientific language, which statement could Lilly use to correctly describe
the difference between a theory and a law in science?
A theory predicts a
natural event, while a
law explains it.
A theory explains a
natural event, while a
law describes it
A theory describes a
natural event, while a
law explains it
A theory explains a
natural event, while a
law predicts it

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