For a scientific theory to be considered valid, it must meet all criteria except: A. Supported by an extensive body of evidence. B. Regarded as immutable, even when new scientific evidence contradicts it. C. Testable through comparison with scientific evidence. D. An explanation of phenomena occurring in the natural world or human-made technology.

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B. Regarded as immutable, even when new scientific evidence contradicts it.

Scientific theories are expected to be subject to revision or even replacement when new evidence or observations contradict or significantly challenge them. Scientific theories are built on empirical evidence and are open to modification based on new discoveries and improved understanding of the natural world. Therefore, the immutability of a theory in the face of contradicting evidence goes against the fundamental nature of the scientific process.

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