What Are the Two Basic Methods of Capturing Information? Comment

question 20

Essay

What are the two basic methods of capturing information? Comment on the advantages and disadvantages of each.

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Definitions:

Non-Avian Dinosaurs

The group of dinosaurs that did not evolve into birds and became extinct approximately 66 million years ago.

Mass Extinctions

Events in Earth's history when a significant, widespread and rapid decrease in the biodiversity of organisms occurs, often due to drastic environmental changes.

Mass Extinction

A significant and widespread event in which a substantial proportion of Earth's species die out in a relatively short geological period.

Climate Change

Substantial changes in global or regional climate patterns, notably since the late 20th century, largely attributed to increased levels of atmospheric carbon dioxide produced by fossil fuels.