ROSWELL FLASHCARD - STEP 2

Front

What does the root 'log' mean?

Back

The root 'log' means 'study of'.

Front

What is the study of the earth called?

Back

Geology.

Front

What did William 'Mac' Brazel find on his ranch on July 3, 1947?

Back

Fragments of metal.

Front

What was notable about the piece of the crash that Mac picked up?

Back

It was lightweight but unbendable.

Front

Why did Mac call the air force base at Roswell?

Back

The fragments may have come from an air force project.

Front

What did the air force base initially claim about the wreckage?

Back

They claimed it was from a flying saucer.

Front

What is the definition of geology?

Back

Geology is the study of the earth, its structure, and processes.

Front

What are fragments of metal?

Back

Pieces of metal that may have come from a larger object, often found after a crash.

Front

What is a weather balloon?

Back

A balloon used for scientific research that carries instruments to collect data about the atmosphere.

Front

What does 'lightweight but unbendable' imply about a material?

Back

It suggests that the material is strong and durable despite being light.