Creation Mandate
What is the Creation Mandate?
The command given by God to fill the earth and subdue it, exercising dominion over all living things.
What is a scientific model?
A representation or explanation of something in the world used to understand and predict phenomena.
What is a worldview?
A comprehensive perspective through which individuals interpret and understand the world.
What does a geologist study?
The solid, rocky parts of Earth.
What is a hypothesis?
An educated guess or prediction that can be tested through experiments.
Which book of the Bible contains the Creation Mandate?
Genesis
Name one type of scientific model.
Physical models, such as a globe or a scaled-down volcano.
How does a worldview affect scientific research?
It influences the questions scientists ask, how they interpret data, and the implications they draw.
What is the focus of hydrologists in Earth Science?
The study of surface and underground fresh water, including its movement and storage.
What is the difference between a control group and an experimental group in an experiment?
The control group does not receive the independent variable, while the experimental group does.
How does the Creation Mandate influence Earth Science?
It encourages the study and management of the earth to benefit humanity and glorify God.
Why are scientific models important in Earth Science?
They help explain complex natural phenomena and allow scientists to make predictions.
Name the two primary worldviews compared in this section
Christian worldview and secular worldview.
Name one area of specialization for geologists mentioned in class during lecture?
Petrology or mineralogy.
What is meant by "independent variable" in an experiment?
The variable that is changed or manipulated in an experiment.
Give an example of how fulfilling the Creation Mandate can help others.
Providing clean drinking water to those in need.
What does it mean when a scientific model is described as "workable"?
It means the model can be used effectively to understand and predict real-world events, even if it is not perfect.
How might a Christian worldview differ from a secular one in Earth Science?
A Christian worldview seeks to align scientific models and interpretations with biblical teachings, while a secular worldview may not.
What do meteorologists study?
Weather and the Earth’s atmosphere.
Give an example of a scientific law mentioned in the slides.
The law of universal gravitation.
How does the Creation Mandate relate to the idea of stewardship in Christianity?
Christians are called to wisely manage and care for God's creation, acting as stewards of the earth.
How can scientific models be influenced by a scientist's worldview?
A scientist’s worldview shapes how they interpret data and create models, with Christian scientists aiming to align models with biblical teachings.
What role does worldview play in the interpretation of historical science?
Worldview influences how scientists understand past events and the causes behind them, affecting their interpretation of data.
How do engineers contribute to Earth Science?
They use technology to solve practical problems related to the Earth and its resources.
Why is peer review important in the scientific process?
It ensures the accuracy, reliability, and validity of scientific findings before they are accepted and published.