Question

which is an example of scientists using empirical evidence while researching tectonic plates?
a scientists making observations from the plate movement data they have collected.
b scientist reading information from a book on the structures of earth.
c scientists creating descriptions based on their opinions and knowledge of tectonic plates.
d scientists speaking to and learning from a fellow scientist about plate movements.

Explanation:

Empirical evidence refers to evidence that is gathered through direct observation or experimentation. Option A involves scientists making observations from the plate movement data they have collected, which is a form of direct observation (empirical evidence). Option B is reading information from a book (second - hand information, not direct empirical evidence). Option C is creating descriptions based on opinions (not empirical as it's not based on direct observation). Option D is speaking to and learning from a fellow scientist (again, not direct empirical evidence like making one's own observations).

Answer:

A. Scientists making observations from the plate movement data they have collected.