Earth, Space, and Science Quiz #1

Earth Science is mainly divided into four fields. Write the definition of each:

Geology- the study of the Earth Astronomy- the study of space Oceanography- the study of the ocean Meteorology- the study of the atmosphere

Which two languages contribute to most scientific vocabulary?

Greek and Latin

Which of the following is viewed as scientific fact without any exceptions?

Law

A controlled experiment tests how many variables at one time?

One

In order for scientist's work to be accepted, other scientists must be able to ________ the experiment.

Repeat

Which word part appears only AFTER the root?

Suffix

An experiment should show that a hypothesis is either _____ or _____.

Supported or not supported

Climate is _____?

The prevailing weather trend over a long period of time

Which of the following summarizes an accepted hypothesis tested by many scientists?

Theory

Which type of learner prefers pictures and charts?

Visual