What Process Do Scientists Use to Determine How Nature Works

question 46

Multiple Choice

What process do scientists use to determine how nature works?

• A) The observational method
• B) The scientific method
• C) The brainstorming method
• D) The laboratory method
• E) The naturalistic method

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Definitions:

Fracture Zone

An area in oceanic or continental crust characterized by cracks and faults due to tectonic stresses, often associated with earthquake activity.

Plate Boundary

The edges where tectonic plates meet, which can be sites of earthquakes, volcanoes, and mountain building.

Pacific Ring

A region encircling the Pacific Ocean characterized by active volcanoes and frequent earthquakes, known as the Pacific Ring of Fire.

Fire

A rapid oxidation process, which is a chemical reaction resulting in the release of heat and light.