CH 1 2022 S1

By understanding how natural forces affect the environment, Earth scientists can

• better predict natural disasters.
• prevent natural disasters.
• change human nature.
• change the course of history.

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Earth science assumes that the causes of natural phenomena

• can never be fully understood.
• can be understood by studying supernatural phenomena.
• can be understood by studying ancient Greek culture.
• can be understood through careful observation.

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The study of meteorology involves the study of

• meteors.
• climate.
• outer space.
• animals.

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Space exploration technology has been used to improve

• computers, cars, and medical equipment.
• air quality standards.
• athletic training.
• the Alaskan pipeline.

Earth science is the scientific study of

• chemical equations.
• health and nutrition.
• Earth and its universe.
• human behavior.

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A system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a large body of evidence collected through scientific investigation is called a

• hypothesis.
• law.
• theory.
• controlled experiment.

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Earth scientists assume that the causes of natural events or phenomena can be determined by

• careful observation and experimentation.
• risking human life.
• using SI units.
• formulating incorrect theories.

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Which of the following statements explains how science impacts society?

• Science does not affect society as much as some people think.
• Science creates new technology without creating any problems.
• Science creates new technology that benefits society but may also create problems.
• Science does not help us understand the world.

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What are the four main branches of Earth science?

• chemistry, physics, biology, zoology
• geography, astrology, phrenology, psychology
• geology, oceanography, astronomy, meteorology
• sophistry, philosophy, anthropology, neurology

Which of the following branches of Earth science is related to the study of the universe beyond Earth?

• geology
• oceanography
• meteorology
• astronomy

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