In the Expression "The Moon Sends Forth Light Because It

question 259

Multiple Choice

In the expression "The moon sends forth light because it reflects light from the sun," the statement "The moon sends forth light" is called the:

• A) Explanandum.
• B) Consequent.
• C) Explanans.
• D) Conclusion.
• E) Premise.

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Definitions:

Juvenile Characteristics

Traits or features displayed by young individuals of a species that are typically lost or altered upon reaching adulthood.

Biological Species Concept

A definition of species whereby individuals are considered to belong to the same species if they are capable of interbreeding and producing fertile offspring.

Bacteria

Microscopic, single-celled organisms that can be found in a variety of environments; some are beneficial while others can cause diseases in humans, animals, and plants.

Background Extinction

The continuous, low-level extinction of species that has occurred throughout much of the history of life. Compare with mass extinction.