Geol 102 - Environmental Geology » Spring 2020 » Week 2 Pre Reading Quiz

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Question #1
Over the past 50 years Earth's human population has experienced an unprecedented increase.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #2
When using the scientific method all conclusions should be definite.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #3
Ecological overshoot occurs when carrying capacity in exceeded.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #4
Once established, a Scientific Theory is always correct and cannot be changed.​
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #5
GIS technology has helped to reduce both human and economic losses from natural hazards.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #6
Logistic growth shows how populations taper off to live in balance with available resources.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #7
The First Law of Thermodynamics implies that energy is limited.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #8
The Second Law of Thermodynamics implies that energy must be used to maintain order.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #9
In order for a hypothesis to be valid, it must be stated in such a way that it could be proven false.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #10
If something cannot be measure or observed, it is still possible to test it by applying the scientific method.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE

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