Identifying Claims

A scientist claims that genetically modified (GM) crops can help improve the environment and benefit ecosystems. Which statement provides the STRONGEST evidence in support of this claim?

• GM crops that make their own pesticide allow farmers to avoid spreading pesticides over fields.

• Seeds from GM crops may spread to wild areas contaminating the area

• The GM crops could poison unintended organisms

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A scientist claims that the introduction of wolves into a national park can help restore the ecosystem balance. Which statement provides the STRONGEST evidence in support of this claim?

• Wolves control the deer population, allowing vegetation to recover.

• Wolves are a tourist attraction, increasing park revenue.

• Wolves compete with other predators for food.

• Wolves are endangered and need protection.

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A researcher claims that increasing the concentration of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere leads to global warming. Which of the following provides the STRONGEST evidence for this claim?

• Carbon dioxide is a greenhouse gas that traps heat in the atmosphere.

• Carbon dioxide is used by plants during photosynthesis.

• Carbon dioxide is released during volcanic eruptions.

• Carbon dioxide is a component of the Earth's atmosphere.

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A biologist claims that a certain species of frog is declining due to habitat loss. Which evidence would best support this claim?

• Satellite images showing deforestation in the frog's habitat.

• Reports of increased frog populations in urban areas.

• Studies showing frogs adapting to new environments.

• Data on frog populations in protected areas.

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A physicist claims that increasing the mass of an object increases its gravitational force. Which formula supports this claim?

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A chemist claims that a catalyst speeds up a chemical reaction without being consumed. Which experiment would best support this claim?

• Measuring the reaction rate with and without the catalyst.

• Observing the color change in a reaction with a catalyst.

• Testing the pH level before and after the reaction.

• Measuring the temperature change during the reaction.

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A geologist claims that earthquakes are more likely to occur along tectonic plate boundaries. Which observation supports this claim?

• Most earthquakes are recorded near plate boundaries.

• Volcanoes are found near tectonic plate boundaries.

• Tectonic plates move slowly over time.

• Earthquakes can occur in the middle of tectonic plates.

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A botanist claims that plants grow faster in blue light compared to red light. Which experiment would best support this claim?

• Comparing plant growth under blue and red light conditions.

• Measuring the chlorophyll content in plants under blue light.

• Observing the leaf color change under different lights.

• Testing soil pH under blue and red light.

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A meteorologist claims that hurricanes are becoming more intense due to climate change. Which data would best support this claim?

• Increased frequency of category 4 and 5 hurricanes over the years.

• Reports of hurricanes occurring in new regions.

• Studies on the economic impact of hurricanes.

• Data on the average size of hurricanes.

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A zoologist claims that elephants use infrasound to communicate over long distances. Which evidence supports this claim?

• Recordings of infrasound frequencies during elephant communication.

• Observations of elephants using their trunks to make sounds.

• Studies on the hearing range of elephants.

• Data on the migration patterns of elephants.