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Mr Hess Topic 1.1a
Introduction to Earth's Changing Environment 1.1a
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| astronomy | the study of the universe. |
| classification | the grouping together of similar observations and inferences to make the study of objects and events more meaningful or easier to understand. |
| earth science | the study of earth and its position in the universe. |
| geology | the study of the history, structure, processes, and composition of Earth's solid surface down to Earth's center. |
| inference | an interpretation of an observation. |
| instrument | a man-made device that extends the senses beyond their normal limits. |
| meteorology | the study of Earth's atmosphere, including weather and climate. |
| misconception | a mistaken belief or a misunderstanding. |
| observation | the perception of some aspect of the environment by one or more human senses. |
| oceanography | the study of all aspects of Earth's oceans. |
| prediction | a type of inference about the condition and behavior of the environment in the future. |
| universe | all matter, time, energy, and space. |