Science Writing: Evidence and Error Correction

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GCSE
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Science Writing: Evidence and Error Correction

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Understanding Scientific Writing and Evidence

Recent scientific explorations have demonstrated that the presence of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere contributes significantly to global warming. Climate models suggest that as CO₂ levels increase, so does the Earth's average temperature. However, some scientists argue that this correlation is merely coincidental, ignoring other possible factors such as deforestation and urbanisation. The evidence supporting the role of CO₂ is based on extensive data collected over decades, including ice core samples and direct atmospheric measurements. These findings have led to international agreements aimed at reducing emissions and mitigating climate change effects. It is crucial that policy decisions are based on accurate and thoroughly verified data, to ensure effective and sustainable solutions for the future.
1.
Identify and correct any factual inaccuracies in the passage about climate change evidence.
[2 marks]
2.
Highlight one scientific technique mentioned and explain its significance in climate research.
[2 marks]
3.
What is the main argument presented by scientists who question the role of CO₂ in climate change?
[2 marks]
4.
List two factors, aside from CO₂, that are mentioned as influencing climate change.
[2 marks]
5.
Analyse the use of the phrase 'extensive data collected over decades'. What does this suggest about the reliability of the evidence?
[3 marks]
6.
Identify the persuasive technique used when the passage states 'It is crucial that policy decisions are based on accurate and thoroughly verified data'.
[2 marks]
7.
Describe the tone of the passage. How does it support the overall message?
[2 marks]
8.
Identify one potential bias in the passage and suggest how it might be addressed.
[3 marks]
9.
Evaluate the effectiveness of the concluding statement: 'It is crucial that policy decisions are based on accurate and thoroughly verified data.'
[3 marks]
10.
Propose an improvement to the organisation of the passage that could enhance clarity.
[3 marks]

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1/1/2026
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