Uniformitarianism Is the Assumption That ____

question 14

Multiple Choice

Uniformitarianism is the assumption that ____.

• A) principles of one branch of science apply to other branches of science
• B) catastrophic events don't impact Earth processes
• C) younger sedimentary rocks are at the top of rock sequences
• D) current rates of atmospheric warming are unsustainable
• E) present-day geological processes also occurred in the past

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Definitions:

Unwanted Stimulus

Any external event or situation that is not desired or is considered unpleasant by an individual, potentially leading to stress or discomfort.

Loud Stimulus

A sound or noise of high decibel level that triggers a sensory response.

Highly Crowded Cages

Conditions in which animals are kept in living spaces with insufficient room per individual, often leading to stress and health issues.

Overcrowding

A situation where more people are situated within a space than is comfortable, safe, or desirable.