Which of these is speculation rather than a scientific hypothesis?

A. There are things we will never know about.
B. A full Moon is illuminated by starlight.
C. The acceleration due to gravity decreases at high altitudes.
D. The planets move in square-shaped orbits about the Sun.


Answer: A

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