An explanation for a biological process that is substantiated by a large body of evidence is called a
A)hypothesis.
B)theory.
C)systems biology.
D)reductionism.
E)prediction.

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A theory is an explanation for a biological process that is supported by a significant amount of evidence, making it the best choice among the given options. A hypothesis is an idea or prediction that needs to be tested and does not have as much evidence to support it as a theory. Systems biology and reductionism are scientific approaches rather than explanations for a specific process. A prediction is a statement about what is expected to happen based on a hypothesis or theory.

An Explanation for a Biological Process That Is Substantiated by a Large