Reference no: EM133340889
Assignment:
1. Define geology
2. Why are quantitative measurements more useful to scientists than qualitative measurements?
3. How is pseudoscience different from science?
4. How is the use of the word theory different in casual conversation vs. science?
5. What does "the present is the key to the past" mean in terms of geology?
6. Summarize the rock cycle.
7. Give an example of where you could apply the scientific method.
a. What is the problem or question?
b. What is your hypothesis?
c. Explain how you could test your hypothesis.
d. Discuss your conclusion.
- Was your hypothesis correct? Explain.
- If not, how would you revise your hypothesis?
8. Explain two reasons it is important to study geology.
9. Summarize 2 of the 3 false arguments often used in science denial.