GEOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Evidence is the facts, examples, or sources used to support a claim. In the sciences, this might be data retrieved from an experiment or a scientific journal article. In the humanities, it may be a quotation from the text, published information from academic critics, or a theory that supports your claims.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are three main categories of evidence that are essential to gain the audience’s confidence in the writer’s assertions. These categories are Fact, Judgment, and Testimony.

Detailed explanation-3: -Claims are statements that support the thesis statement, but like the thesis statement, are not facts. Because a claim is not a fact, it requires supporting evidence. Evidence is factual information that shows a claim is true.

Detailed explanation-4: -Statistical Evidence. Testimonial Evidence. Anecdotal Evidence. Analogical Evidence. 12-Oct-2009