E&S #1-20

The study of meteorology involves the study of

• meteors

• climate

• outer space

• animals

Scientific theories are often based on

• dependent variables

• SI units

• scientific law

• independent variables

Which of the following is NOT a part of scientific methods?

• form of hypothesis

• draw conclusions

• ask a question

• become a scientist

What distinguishes science from art, architecture, and philosophy?

• Nothing

• Science exists to explain natural phenomena

• They all explain natural phenomena

• Science is more important than these other human endeavors

Which of the following statements explains how science impacts society?

• Science does not affect society

• 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

Which ancient culture kept records of earthquakes as early as 780 BCE?

• Chinese

• Maya

• Babylonians

• Greeks

Where did scientists record earthquakes as early as 780 BCE?

• China

• Mexico

• Greece

• Japan

How is science different from other forms of human endeavor?

• Science is no different

• Science is the only human endeavor that requires thought

• The goal of science is to explain natural phenomena

• The goal of science is to explain art and history

Once an idea has been tested repeatedly and gains general acceptance, the idea

• is called scientific law

• is true, without any doubt

• is considered sn unproven hypothesis

• may be the basis for a scientific theory

Who cataloged rocks and minerals around 200 BCE?

• the Chinese

• the Maya

• the Romans

• the Greeks