The Main Difference Between Geology and Sciences Such as Biology

question 47

Multiple Choice

The main difference between geology and sciences such as biology, chemistry, and physics is that:

• A) many geologic processes are not amenable to laboratory experimentation.
• B) geology is the only science that uses computer models to simulate natural processes.
• C) geology is a science that cannot apply the scientific method.
• D) geology is not considered a true science.

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Definitions:

Distribution

The act of sharing something out among a number of recipients, or the way in which something is spread or dispersed.

Regression Toward

Implies the statistical concept that extreme scores tend to fall back (regress) toward the mean (average) over time.

Mean

In statistics, the average value in a set of numbers, calculated by adding all the numbers and dividing by the total count of values.

Normal Curve

A bell-shaped curve representing a distribution of values, traits, or scores where most occurrences take place in the middle of the range.