[Tamberlane]

Besides, the theory of evolution presently only applies to a single and extremely limited locale, namely one specific planet among unknown billions. As a matter of convention, 'law' implies greater universality.

The term 'law' is also conventionally reserved for principles expressed as simple equations. Though conceptually straightforward, evolutionary theory is a little too rich for that. Its central mechanisms like natural selection can be formulated in terms of laws if one insists.

[ndt]

"The term 'law' is also conventionally reserved for principles expressed as simple equations. Though conceptually straightforward, evolutionary theory is a little too rich for that. Its central mechanisms like natural selection can be formulated in terms of laws if one insists."

Well put.