Quote (SenorNZ @ 25 Oct 2014 20:30)
Exactly. A theory is supported by a body of evidence, and can be basically called fact (within a confidence interval). Gravity is a theory for instance.
A hypothesis is lacking in evidence and requires testing and development of a supporting body of evidence.
Almost. Gravity is a naturally occurring phenomenon, much like evolution. The theory of gravity, which gives the best known explanation of the characteristics of this phenomenon, is a theory.