In the 21st Century,a Study Released Findings to the Public

question 38

True/False

In the 21st century,a study released findings to the public that increasing rates of autism were related to vaccinations.This study caused a moral panic across the world as medical professionals and parents sought to determine if this relationship was true.This study was later discovered to have elements of scientific misconduct.The fact that this deviance was discovered supports Ben-Yehuda's theory on examining science for deviance.

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Iron Ore

Naturally occurring rocks from which iron (Fe) can be economically extracted, constituting a key raw material for steel production.

Coal

The natural, brown to black rock derived from peat and other plant materials that have been buried, compacted, and heated; used for heating and to generate electricity.

Marine Organisms

Living creatures that inhabit the ocean, ranging from microscopic phytoplankton to large whales, adapted to the marine environment.

Organic Material

Matter derived from living organisms, including plants, animals, and their byproducts, which can decompose into soil.