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Introduction to Earth Science

Quiz by Kent Swanson

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  • Q1
    What are the four main branches of Earth science?
    geology, oceanography, meteorology, astronomy
    geology, meteorology, ecology, astronomy
    geology, oceanography, biology, astronomy
    biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy
    30s
  • Q2
    Which branch of Earth science focuses on the study of weather?
    astronomy
    meteorology
    oceanography
    geology
    30s
  • Q3
    What is the primary purpose of Earth scientists?
    to increase technology
    to predict the future
    to explore other planets
    to understand how Earth formed and the natural forces that affect human society
    30s
  • Q4
    What step comes after forming a hypothesis in the scientific method?
    making observations
    drawing conclusions
    publishing results
    testing hypotheses
    30s
  • Q5
    What is peer review?
    the first step in the scientific method
    the final publication process
    the process of reviewing scientific work by other scientists
    a type of scientific experiment
    30s
  • Q6
    What type of scientific explanation has become widely accepted?
    hypothesis
    theory
    law
    observation
    30s
  • Q7
    Which branch of Earth science would study volcanoes?
    astronomy
    geology
    oceanography
    meteorology
    30s
  • Q8
    What is the correct order of steps in the scientific method?
    Ask a question, form a hypothesis, test the hypothesis, draw conclusions
    Observe, hypothesize, test, conclude
    Hypothesize, observe, test, conclude
    Observe, conclude, hypothesize, test
    30s
  • Q9
    What is a scientific hypothesis?
    a complex mathematical equation
    a possible explanation for a scientific problem
    a proven fact
    an outdated theory
    30s
  • Q10
    What type of model simulates volcanic eruptions with physical materials?
    conceptual model
    physical model
    mathematical model
    computer model
    30s

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