Hypothesis

Tentative explanation for a phenomenon.

theory proposition

A hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon, often used in science to guide research and experimentation. It's a tentative statement about the relationship between two or more variables.

/hɪˈpɒθəsɪs/

It comes from the Greek word 'hypotithenai,' meaning 'to suppose.'

A hypothesis is like a smart guess you make when trying to figure something out, like guessing which toy a dog hid.

What is a hypothesis? It's an educated guess or proposed explanation for a phenomenon
How are hypotheses tested? They are tested through experiments and observations
What happens if a hypothesis is proven wrong? It's rejected or revised

assumption conjecture proposition

theory explanation

null hypothesis working hypothesis

scientific method research process

philosophical concept scientific concept