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What makes a hypothesis scientifically useful?

A. It applies directly to Earth science.
B. It contains data.
C. Many people think it is a good idea.
D. It can be tested.



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Final answer:

A hypothesis is useful in science when it is specific, falsifiable, and based on existing scientific work.


Explanation:

A hypothesis is scientifically useful when it is:

  1. Specific: Clearly defines the proposed explanation.
  2. Falsifiable: Can be tested through experiments.
  3. Based on scientific work: Grounded in existing scientific knowledge.

For example, in Earth science, a hypothesis about the impact of climate change on glacier melting rates would be useful if it can be tested through fieldwork or experiments.


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