The Best Definition of a Scientific Theory Is

Multiple Choice

The best definition of a scientific theory is:

A) a tentative explanation that fits the data collected and which may explain future observations.
B) an educated guess, based on observations and previous experience, to explain a phenomenon.
C) a statement describing a natural phenomena proven to occur invariably whenever certain conditions are met.
D) an explanation for a given set of observations that is generally accepted within the scientific community, but has not yet been decisively proven.