Earth Science Exam 1 Review (1)

Type of data where numerical values (numbers) are observed.

Who proposed the Continental Drift Theory?

Which variable is the variable that is deliberately changed by the scientist?

Which variable is the variable that is the one observed during the experiment by the scientist?

The scientific community accepted and supported Wegenerʻs Continental Drift Theory.

Who revived Wegenerʻs Hypothesis and would introduce the Seafloor Spreading hypothesis?

What is something that has been proven true and correct numerous times and can explain why something happens?

Comparing your measurement to the actual or accepted value.

A description of how close measurements are to each other.

Measures the amount of space something takes up

First step of the scientific method is to conduct an experiment first.

Type of data where descriptions of the object such as, color, appearance, texture, behavior, are observed

A series of steps used by scientists to solve a problem or answer a question.

The United States is one of the only countries that does not use the SI Unit System (Metric Units).

Science always begins with an _______.

What is the most well-known MOR system in the Atlantic Ocean called?

The information gathered from making observations is known as_____.

The goal of science is to investigate and understand the natural world, explain events, and make predictions.

Is a scientific explanation for a set of observations.

How many feet (ft) is in 24 inches (in)?

What are mountain ranges on the seafloor separated by valleys called?

Measures the distance between objects

What physical evidences did Wegener use to support his theory of the Continental Drift?

Are rocks and sediments by the MOR younger or older?

The three main of science are:

A broad and comprehensive statement of what is thought to be true.