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Introduction to Earth's Changing Environment: Topic 1

TermDefinition
Measurement A means of expressing a observation with greater accuracy
Mass The amount of matter in an object
Density The concentration of matter in an object
Observation Interpretation of the Environment using humans senses
Inference Interpretation of an observation
Interface Boundary between regions with different properties
Universe All matter, time, energy, and space
Pollution Substances in the environment that have negative effects on the environment
Dynamic Equilibrium Balancing of opposing forces or actions, such as erosion and deposition
Instrument Device invented by people to extend the sense beyond their normal limits
Classification Grouping together of similar observations and inferences to make the study of objects and events easier to understand
Natural hazard Non-human related event that has the possibility of causing damage to environment or people
Prediction A type of inference about the conditions and behavior of the environment in the future
Rate of change How much a measurable aspect of the environment, called a field is changed over time
Cyclic Change Change in which an event repeats itself over time
Volume The amount of space an object occupies
Natural resource Materials and energy sources found in the environment that humans use in their daily lives
Created by: Kruse1109
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