APES How Sci Work and Geosphere

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What are seismic waves?

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Waves that travel through Earth's interior during an earthquake.

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What is the correct order of soil particles in increasing particle size?

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Clay, silt, sand.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The variable that is changed by the scientist.

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In an experiment about hair growth, what is the dependent variable?

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Hair length.

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In an experiment about hair growth, what is the independent variable?

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Type of shampoo.

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What is the geosphere?

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The solid part of the Earth, including rocks, soil, and landforms.

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What is the scientific method?

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A systematic process for investigating phenomena, acquiring new knowledge, or correcting and integrating previous knowledge.

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What is a hypothesis?

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A testable prediction about the relationship between variables.

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What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative data?

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Qualitative data describes characteristics, while quantitative data involves numbers and measurements.

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What is a control group in an experiment?

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The group that does not receive the experimental treatment and is used for comparison.