Across
- 3. the process in which experts in a given field examine the results and conclusions of a scientist's study before that study is accepted for publication
- 4. a testable idea or explanation that leads to scientific investigation
- 6. the scientific study of the origin, history, and structure of Earth and the processes that shape Earth
- 8. the scientific study of Earth and the universe around it
- 9. a system of ideas that explains many related observations and is supported by a large body of evidence acquired through scientific investigation
- 10. the scientific study of the ocean, including the properties and movements of ocean water, the characteristics of the ocean floor, and the organisms that live in the ocean
Down
- 1. in an experiment, the factor that is deliberately manipulated
- 2. in an experiment, the factor that changes as a result of manipulation of one or more other factors (the independent variables)
- 5. the scientific study of the universe
- 7. the scientific study of Earth's atmosphere, especially in relation to weather and climate
- 10. the process of obtaining information by using the senses; the information obtained by using the senses