Says that atoms can be converted into pure energy (energy equals the mass of an object times the speed of light squared)

First Law of Thermodynamics

Says that energy cannot be created or destroyed

mathematical modeling

describing a system in nature based on mathematical concepts

Consistent observations, such as the law of gravity. These are observations, not explanations (which would be hypotheses or theories)

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Chemistry Ch. 8-9

Chemistry Ch. 8-9 Master Books

Term	Definition
E = MC ^2	Says that atoms can be converted into pure energy (energy equals the mass of an object times the speed of light squared)
First Law of Thermodynamics	Says that energy cannot be created or destroyed
mathematical modeling	describing a system in nature based on mathematical concepts
law (scientific law)	Consistent observations, such as the law of gravity. These are observations, not explanations (which would be hypotheses or theories)