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Introduction to Earth Science Part I
Introduction to Earth Science Part I
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A _______ is used in an experiment to show that the results reflect the condition being tested.
Constant
Independent Variable
Control
Dependent Variable
2
Earth's four systems are _____ one another.
interdependent of
independent of
dependent on
3
Our atmosphere is made mostly of what 2 elements?
Nitrogen and Oxygen
Hydrogen and Argon
Oxygen and Hydrogen
Oxygen and Carbon Dioxide
4
What is the SI Unit for volume?
Meter
Cm2
Pounds
Cubic Meters (m3)
5
Most scientific studies and experiments use a standard system of units called ______.
English
SI Units
Metric
6
Which is NOT one of the five major areas of specialization in Earth Science?
Biology
Astronomy
Meteorology
Geology
7
Which factor does the experimenter directly change?
Constant
Independent Variable
Control Variable
Dependent Variable
8
What two words should you include when writing a hypothesis?
If and because
If and then
Why and how
The and Science
9
A hypothesis must be _______.
Correct
Testable
Measurable
Observable
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Density =
Volume / Mass
Mass / Volume
Mass X Volume
Mass / Area
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Blanket of gases that surround the Earth.
Atmosphere
Meteorology
Aerosphere
Astronomy
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The study of objects beyond Earth's atmosphere.
Astrology
Astronomy
Astroturf
Meteorology
