Chapter 1 Vocabulary

study of the origin, properties, processes, and evolution of the universe 

scientific study of ocean, including properties andmovements of ocean water

factor that changes as a result of manipulation of one or more other factors 

a testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation

 process of obtaining information by using senses; the information obtained by using the senses

all matter/energy in universe compressed &13-15 billion years ago explodedand began expanding  

the scientific study of the universe

the scientific study of origin, history, and structure of Earth and processes that shape Earth 

the factor that is deliberately manipulated

experts in field examine results and conclusion of study before it's accepted for publication 

 the scientific study of Earth and the universe around it  

radiation uniformly detected from every direction in space; considered a remnant of big bang 

 system of ideas that explains related observations; supported by a large body of evidence 

the scientific study of Earth’s atmosphere, especially in relation to weather and climate