Tools of Environmental Science

an equation representing how a process works

three-dimensional representation you can touch

a flow chart

includes maps and charts

the accumulation, sharing of knowledge

Which environmental decision-making model is in the correct order?

the information gathered by using the senses

the protection of natural resources

In an experiment, the factor of interest is called the __.

A testable explanation for an observation

Principles or standards we consider important are known as

The classification and collection of data that are in the form of numbers is called

what is right or wrong

When studying a system, a conceptual model can help scientists understand

Which step in the environmental decision-making model should include reading newspapers and listening to issues

the maintenance of human communities, their values, and their traditions

The decision-making model

When making an environmental decision, listing positive and negative long and short-term consequences can help you to

To get an accurate result, a sample size must be

procedure used to test a hypothesis

the information gathered in an experiment

Which model is particularly useful in scientific cases with many variables?

One important scientific habit of mind is the ability to conceive of new ideas, called

The group that does not receive the experimental treatment in an experiment is the

Which of the following is not a habit of mind of a good scientist?

By examining __, scientists test predictions for situations in which it is impossible or unethical to use experiments

What is a logical statement about what will happen

Risk is

human leisure activities

Scientists use statistics to