Question

test #1 - branches of science and states of matter
part 1: branches of science

1. label each of the following as either a life science, physical science or social science.(1 point each)

a. botany, the study of the plants
b. seismology, the study of earthquakes
c. aviology, the study of birds
d. linguistics, the study of language
e. archaeology, the study of ancient people
f. geology, the study of earths rocks

Explanation:

• Botany studies plants which are living organisms, so it's a Life Science.
• Seismology focuses on earthquakes which are physical - natural phenomena, so it's a Physical Science.
• Aviology studies birds which are living beings, so it's a Life Science.
• Linguistics is the study of language and falls under Social Science.
• Archaeology studies ancient people and their cultures, which is part of Social Science.
• Geology studies Earth's rocks which are part of the physical world, so it's a Physical Science.

Answer:

a. Life Science
b. Physical Science
c. Life Science
d. Social Science
e. Social Science
f. Physical Science