How Did Catastrophists Explain the Presence of the Remains of Marine

question 15

Essay

How did catastrophists explain the presence of the remains of marine organisms in the rocks on top of mountains many miles from and many feet above the ocean? How did uniformitarianists explain this same fact?

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Definitions:

Respect

A feeling of deep admiration for someone or something elicited by their abilities, qualities, or achievements.

External Reinforcements

Rewards or punishments from the external environment that influence and shape behavior.

Social-cognitive Theory

A theory of learning that emphasizes the importance of observing, modeling, and imitating the behaviors, attitudes, and emotional reactions of others.

Internal Forces

Psychological or emotional factors that influence an individual's behavior and decision-making process from within.