One statement is an example of a scientific observation. Another statement is an example of a scientific explanation. Identify the correct statement for each category to illustrate how scientific explanations are inferred from scientific observations. Even if modern organisms are
found in ancient portions of the
fossil record, this wouldn't challenge
the theory of evolution in any way.

A scientist thinks that he might
find serious inconsistencies in the
fossil record if he conducts an
excavation in a new location.

The rocks present in western Africa
and eastern South America formed
at the same place and at the
same time.

The age, type, and composition of
ancient rocks in western Africa are
nearly identical to the age, type,
and composition of rocks in
eastern South America.

The cloning of organisms is an
exciting area of study, and more
resources should be be devoted
to it.

Cloning has the potential to
significantly benefit a great many
people, so it should not be
considered immoral or risky.