Satellite imagery can be used to better understand certain changes on Earth. Identify the best use of satellite imagery from the list. (1 point)
detecting a change in a backyard garden
detecting a change in a person’s study habits
detecting a change in animal extinction rates
detecting a change in regional forest cover
Detecting a change in regional forest cover.
Lemon juice turns blue litmus paper red.
Therefore, it can be inferred that lemon juice must be an acid.
Analyze which statement best captures how thawing permafrost changes Earth’s physical geography
Thawing permafrost is leading to an increase in mammal populations.
Thawing permatrost leads to fewer beaver ponds.
Thawing permafrost leads to the creation of lakes and swamps where there were none.
Thawing permafrost leads to grasses and lichens pushing out shrub species.
Thawing permafrost leads to the creation of lakes and swamps where there were none.
How has thawing permafrost affected the people who live in areas where permafrost occurs? (1 point)
Entire villages are being forced to relocate because of thawing permafrost.
People are finding it easier to hunt on thawing permafrost.
With fewer beaver ponds, people are finding it difficult to capture beavers for human uses.
More ice cellars are able to be built because of thawing permafrost.
Entire villages are being forced to relocate because of thawing permafrost.
A student reads that blue litmus paper turns red under acidic conditions. The student performs an experiment with lemon juice and blue litmus paper. When the student squeezes the lemon juice on the blue litmus paper, it turns the paper red.
What can you infer?
(1 point)
All juices will turn blue litmus paper red.
Red litmus paper will turn blue with lemon juice.
Lemon juice turns blue litmus paper red
Lemon juice must be an acid
What is an electrolyte? (1 point)
a substance that conducts ions
the negative terminal of a battery
the positive terminal of a battery
a device that can convert chemical energy into electrical energy
An electrolyte is a substance that conducts ions.
Which evidence did J.J. Thomson use to change scientific knowledge by developing a new model of the atom?
the existence of electron orbitals
the existence of neutrons
the existence of electrons
the existence of a positive nucleus
J.J. Thomson used the evidence of the existence of electrons to change scientific knowledge and develop a new model of the atom.
What did scientists infer from Charles’s Law in terms of kinetic theory? (1 point)
Particles collide with each other and with the walls of their container in perfectly elastic collisions in which no energy is lost.
A decrease in volume means that the gas particles are more crowded together which increases the pressure.
When a gas is heated, the gas molecules speed up because their kinetic energy has increased which increases the volume.
An increase in temperature increases the kinetic energy of the particles which increases the pressure.
From Charles's Law, scientists infer that an increase in temperature increases the kinetic energy of the particles, which increases the volume.
How does logical reasoning play a role in empirical knowledge?
(1 point)
Logical reasoning lets scientists disregard experimental evidence.
Logical reasoning helps scientists process sensory information.
Logical reasoning allows scientists to create evidence.
Logical reasoning provides a way for scientists to make observations.
Logical reasoning helps scientists process sensory information.
In a paragraph, analyze how the American Revolution Changed colonial saciety. Discuss What changed and what remained the same
The American Revolution had a profound impact on colonial society, bringing about significant changes while also preserving certain elements. One key change was the transformation of political structure. The colonists fought for and gained independence from British rule, resulting in the establishment of a new form of government, the United States of America. This marked a dramatic shift from being British subjects to citizens of a new nation. Additionally, the Revolution brought about changes in social and economic aspects. The ideals of liberty and equality espoused during the revolution led to the gradual dismantling of some oppressive social structures, such as slavery, though this process took many more years to fully resolve. Economically, the war disrupted trade with Britain, leading to the necessity of developing domestic industries and trade partners, fostering a greater sense of economic independence. However, despite these changes, certain aspects of colonial society remained unchanged. For instance, the deep social divisions based on race, gender, and class persisted, with the revolution primarily benefiting white male citizens. Additionally, while the Revolution inspired a spirit of democracy and self-governance, elite groups still held significant influence and power. Therefore, while the American Revolution brought forth considerable changes, it is crucial to consider both the transformations and continuities within colonial society.
What problem with the constitution did the bill of rights solve?
The problem with the Constitution that the Bill of Rights aimed to solve was the concern among some individuals that the original Constitution did not provide enough protections for individual rights and liberties. The Bill of Rights amended the Constitution to include explicit guarantees of certain fundamental rights, such as freedom of speech, religion, and the right to bear arms. This addition addressed the concerns of those who feared that the government formed under the Constitution might become tyrannical or infringe upon individual freedoms. The inclusion of the Bill of Rights helped to ensure that the government would respect and protect the rights and liberties of its citizens.
Which of the following is an accurate definition of biogeography?(1 point)
Responses
the study of the purposeful clearing of a forested landscape of all, or selected, trees by humans
the study of the purposeful clearing of a forested landscape of all, or selected, trees by humans
he study of changing climate
he study of changing climate
the study of the geographic distribution of living organisms and the characteristics of the environments in which they live
the study of the geographic distribution of living organisms and the characteristics of the environments in which they live
the number of various living species that exist in a certain area