Question

Scientific knowledge may change as new evidence or information is discovered. Which of the following would NOT be a result of new scientific research and information?
Answer Options:
A. Binomial nomenclature is assigned to a recently identified plant species.
B. An endangered monkey species is put in a reserve for protection from extinction.
C. A newly discovered chemical element will be added to the periodic table of the elements.
D. A nonnative plant species will begin to reproduce rapidly after being introduced into a swamp ecosystem.

Answer 1

Answer:

I would say:

D. A non-native plant species will begin to reproduce rapidly after being introduced into a swamp ecosystem.

Explanation:

Scientific knowledge is constantly changing with the development of new and improved techniques, tools, and methodologies that result in a new discovery or novel data that is relevant for a given field.

In this case, A) Identifying a new species, B) Protecting an endangered species, C) Discovering a new element and adding it to the periodic table are extremely relevant and important findings that contribute to the improvement of scientific knowledge.

On the other hand, introducing a non-native species into a swamp ecosystem will definitely result in a rapid reproduction which will probably lead to new research and potential strategies to eradicate non-native species. However, in this scenario, there is no discovery or data that tells us new scientific information.