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Which two characteristics describe reputable digital resources? (Select all that apply)
Which two characteristics describe reputable digital resources? (Select all that apply)
- They contain an author's name. (correct)
- They have been updated recently. (correct)
- They can be edited by readers.
- They are created by high school students.
- They sell products and services.
Which discipline of Earth and space science is concerned with the study of the planets and stars?
Which discipline of Earth and space science is concerned with the study of the planets and stars?
- Biology
- Geology
- Oceanography
- Astronomy (correct)
Which scenario shows responsible behavior with regard to lab safety?
Which scenario shows responsible behavior with regard to lab safety?
- Adam immediately cleaned up the fluids he had spilled in the lab area. (correct)
- Jessica and Elizabeth ate their lunch and evening snacks in the lab area.
- Haley poured multiple tubes of poisonous chemicals down the lab sink.
- Nathan threw out his lab safety instructional manual after reading it.
What is the purpose of scientific probes?
What is the purpose of scientific probes?
Jamie is writing a research paper about wind patterns. Which digital resource should he consult?
Jamie is writing a research paper about wind patterns. Which digital resource should he consult?
Which scenario describes unethical lab behavior?
Which scenario describes unethical lab behavior?
[______] is an important discipline of Earth and space science that focuses on events in the atmosphere.
[______] is an important discipline of Earth and space science that focuses on events in the atmosphere.
Scientists of this discipline also research Earth's changing [______].
Scientists of this discipline also research Earth's changing [______].
Geology examines different types of [______] to learn about how Earth was formed.
Geology examines different types of [______] to learn about how Earth was formed.
Two useful tools that geologists use are a [______].
Two useful tools that geologists use are a [______].
Match each statement to the type of behavior it describes.
Match each statement to the type of behavior it describes.
Match each tool to its description.
Match each tool to its description.
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Study Notes
Digital Resources
- Reputable digital resources typically contain an author's name and have been updated recently.
- They are not classified as sources selling products or created by high school students.
Earth and Space Science
- Astronomy is the discipline focused on the study of planets and stars.
Lab Safety
- Responsible behavior in lab safety includes cleaning up spills immediately, as demonstrated by Adam.
- It is unethical to manipulate experiments to achieve desired results, as exhibited by Jason.
Scientific Probes
- Scientific probes are tools that allow scientists to measure features like flow rate and conductivity.
Research Paper Resources
- A credible digital resource for research on wind patterns is a US government article titled "Shifting Winds."
Unethical Lab Behavior
- Repeatedly running an experiment to obtain favorable results is an example of unethical behavior in the lab.
Earth and Space Science Disciplines
- Meteorology, which studies atmospheric events, is focused on climate changes.
- Geology examines different types of rocks to understand Earth's formation, utilizing tools like a hammer and lens.
Responsible and Irresponsible Behavior in Labs
- Responsible actions include wearing safety goggles and promptly cleaning up broken glass.
- Irresponsible behavior involves eating in the lab during experiments and improperly disposing of chemicals.
Scientific Tools and Their Uses
- Weather Stations gather local data on temperature, wind speed, and humidity.
- Telescopes track phenomena not visible to the naked eye, such as radio waves.
- GPS technology helps scientists determine the precise location of natural events.
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