Which of the following is best characterized as a scientific law?  a. The sun always rises in the east.  b. Force equals mass in kilograms multiplied by acceleration in meters per second squared.  c. Lemon juice can be used to treat psoriasis.  d. All matter is comprised of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms.  e. Iron will be oxidized to iron (III) oxide if exposed to water as it

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Which of the following is best characterized as a scientific law

a. The sun always rises in the east. 

b. Force equals mass in kilograms multiplied by acceleration in meters per second squared. 

c. Lemon juice can be used to treat psoriasis. 

d. All matter is comprised of tiny, indivisible particles called atoms. 

e. Iron will be oxidized to iron (III) oxide if exposed to water as it has a tendency to be oxidized. 

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