Earth Science - Chapter 1

Testable idea or explanation that leads to an investigation

Study of the Earth's atmosphere, weather, and climate

Study of the origin, history, and structure of the Earth

Factor in an experiment that changes as a result of one or more factors

Study of the ocean; including properties, movement, chemistry of water and features of seafloor

Study of the Earth and the universe around it

The factor in an experiment that is deliberately manipulated or changed

Obtaining information by using the senses

An explanation for phenomena based on observation, testing, reasoning; has lots of evidence

Study of the universe

Process in which experts in a field examine results and conclusions of a study pre publication