The Practice of Science
Theories and Laws
Earth in Space and Time
Earth Structures
Earth Systems and Patterns
100
another researcher independently repeating the entire experiment to verify the original finding
Replication
100
a structured explanation to explain a group of facts or phenomena
scientific theory
100
List the planets of our solar system in order from closest to the sun to furthest away
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
100
This super continent is called
Pangea
100
This sphere is the the rocks and minerals on Earth
Geosphere
200
in science experiments, multiple trials or measurements performed during the same experiment by the same researcher.
repetition
200
a statement that describes an observable occurrence in nature that appears to always be true
scientific law
200
The galaxy in which our solar system exists.
Milky Way
200
The theory that Earth's crustal plates have moved slowly over time
Theory of Plate Tectonics
200
This sphere is the total amount of water on Earth
hydrosphere
300
In research and experiments, this variable is the factor that is manipulated or changed by the researcher in order to study changes in the outcome variable
independent variable
(test variable
300
Energy and Mass cannot be created or destroyed defines:
Law of Conservation of Mass/Energy
300
How bright an object looks from standing on Earth
apparent magnitude
300
When two plates boundaries converge this causes
mountain ranges, volcanic arcs, and earthquakes
300
This sphere is the frozen water part of the Earth system
Cryosphere
400
In research and experiments, this variable is the factor that is measured or observed for any changes
dependent variable
(outcome variable)
400
The gravitational attraction between two objects depends on the size and distance of the two objects - this defines
Law of Universal Gravitation
400
Which color of stars is the hottest?
Blue stars
400
When two plate boundaries transform, this causes
earthquakes
400
This sphere is the layers of gases surrounding Earth
atmosphere
500
a structured approach to data collection in research where researchers observe and record specific behaviors or events, following a predefined set of rules and guidelines
Systematic observations
500
organisms with traits better suited to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce, passing on those advantageous traits to future generations - Defines:
Theory of Natural Selection
500
This object in space causes Earth's tides and eclipses
The moon
500
Divergent plate boundaries cause
creation of new crust, volcanic activity, and the formation of rift valleys and mid-ocean ridges
500
This sphere encompasses all living things on Earth
biosphere