Introduction to Earth Science — Test Answers

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Which type of data would a geologist most likely collect?

A
the range of an aquatic organism
B
the effect of disease on a population of trees
C
the earthquake potential in a specific area
D
the rate of deforestation in a specific area
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A scientist is mapping the sea floor. Which branch of Earth science is the scientist practicing?

A
astronomy
B
biology
C
meteorology
D
oceanography
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How old is Earth?

A
about 2,000 years old
B
about 10,000 years old
C
about 2.5 million years old
D
about 4.6 billion years old

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