Earth's Features Chapter 1&2 Flashcard

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What is evidence in science?

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Evidence is information or data that supports a claim or hypothesis.

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What can we infer from different kinds of rock layers in one location?

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We can infer that the sea level has changed over time.

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What is a claim in scientific writing?

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A claim is a statement that answers a question or presents an argument.

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What is an inference?

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An inference is a conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning.

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What type of environment did the Mosasaurus live in?

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The Mosasaurus lived in an ocean environment.

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What is the significance of fossil evidence?

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Fossil evidence helps scientists understand past environments and the history of life on Earth.

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What does it mean if a rock has different colored layers?

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It indicates that different types of sediment were deposited at different times.

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What is the role of observation in forming a scientific argument?

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Observation provides the data needed to support claims and inferences.

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What is a scientific argument?

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A scientific argument is a reasoned statement that uses evidence to support a claim.

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What is the difference between a claim and evidence?

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A claim is a statement or assertion, while evidence is the data that supports that claim.