1.1 Test Earth Science

an imaginary line that divides Earth into the Western and Eastern Hemispheres

the imaginary lines measuring the globe in degrees east or west of the prime meridian

the study of the solid earth

Science is a tool that

A scientist studying ocean waves and currents is most likely involved in which branch of earth science?

The belief that matter and energy are all that exist and that undirected natural processes formed the universe

the belief that the universe was created purposefully by a supernatural being

an imaginary line around Earth that divides it into the Northern and Southern Hemispheres

the lines, usually drawn in circles or ovals, that represent the elevation (height) of land

Technology is _______________.

the light and dark layers of sediments deposited in a yearly cycle

the study of the atmosphere

Varves are __________ .

the imaginary lines measuring the globe in degrees north or south of the equator

Which of the following is not a subdivision of geology?

the study of Earth’s oceans

Young-earth supporters believe all of the following except _________________.

the systematic study of creation using methods based on observation and experimentation

the study of physical things beyond the earth’s atmosphere

What kind of a representation of the earth would you use to best portray the distance, direction, size and shape?

On a topographical map, what is indicated by contour lines that are close together?