Digital Resources Quiz

Questions and Answers

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?

Biology

Geology

Oceanography

Astronomy (correct)

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?

They allow scientists to measure features such as flow rate and conductivity. Signup and view all the answers

Jamie is writing a research paper about wind patterns. Which digital resource should he consult?

An article titled 'Shifting Winds' published by the US government. Signup and view all the answers

Which scenario describes unethical lab behavior?

Jason repeatedly runs an experiment until he gets the results he desires. Signup and view all the answers

[______] is an important discipline of Earth and space science that focuses on events in the atmosphere.

Meteorology Signup and view all the answers

Scientists of this discipline also research Earth's changing [______].

Climate Signup and view all the answers

Geology examines different types of [______] to learn about how Earth was formed.

Rocks Signup and view all the answers

Two useful tools that geologists use are a [______].

Hammer and lens Signup and view all the answers

Match each statement to the type of behavior it describes.

Jackie eats crackers in the lab while her colleagues perform a chemical experiment nearby. = Irresponsible Hazel wears goggles while she breaks open rocks with a hammer. = Responsible Aaron accidentally breaks a test tube but cleans up the broken glass right away. = Responsible Jackson dumps dangerous chemicals into the sink after completing his experiment. = Irresponsible Signup and view all the answers

Match each tool to its description.

GPS = Allows scientists to detect the precise physical location of certain natural phenomena. Weather Station = Gathers local information about temperature, wind speed, and humidity. Telescope = Tracks things that the naked eye cannot see, such as radio waves. Signup and view all the answers

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.

Description

Test your knowledge on the characteristics of reputable digital resources with this quiz. Identify the correct features that define quality online information sources. Perfect for students and professionals looking to enhance their research skills.