IGNOU CHAPTER 1 Q14

Q)Distinguish between theory and hypothesis. Give an example in support of your answer
Ans)Theory
A theory is a set of few general statement that can correctly describe or explain all experimental observation about the properties  and behavior of a large number of varied objects, phenomena, situation or systems.
Hypothesis
A hypothesis is a statement put forward on the basis of reasoning about the things that are studied. It is an attempt to answer and question the attempts that are posted.
e.g..
(a)Questions arising from observations based on previous knowledge.
      Why are bees attracted to flowers.
     
(b)Framing Hypothesis
      (i)bees are attracted to flowers by nectar in the flower
      (ii)bees are attracted by color of  the flowers
      (iii)bees are attracted by both
(c)Setting up an experiment to test the hypothesis
      (i)bees are let inside a chamber containing artificial flowers
      (ii)bees are let inside a chamber containing real flowers.
(d)Taking further observations
      (i)bees are attracted to the artificial flowers, sit on them but fly away in a few seconds
      (ii)bees sit on real flowers and remain there for long
(e)Framing laws and theories on the basis of results
       bees are attracted to flowers due to color and nectar.