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Earth Science

Earth Science (pronounced: /ɜːrθ ˈsaɪəns/), also known as geoscience, is a broad term for the fields of natural science related to the planet Earth. The term is derived from the Old English words 'eor(th)e' and 'scieppan', which mean 'earth' and 'to shape' respectively.

Definition

Earth Science is the study of the Earth and its neighbors in space. It is an exciting science with many interesting and practical applications. Some Earth scientists use their knowledge of the Earth to locate and develop energy and mineral resources. Others study the impact of human activity on Earth's environment, and design methods to protect the planet.

Sub-disciplines

There are several sub-disciplines within Earth Science, including:

  • Geology: The study of the solid Earth, including Earth's rocks and the processes by which they change over time.
  • Meteorology: The study of the atmosphere and the processes that produce weather and climate.
  • Oceanography: The study of the ocean, including marine organisms, ecosystem dynamics, waves, currents, and geophysical fluid dynamics.
  • Paleontology: The study of the history of life on Earth through the examination of plant and animal fossils.
  • Glaciology: The study of glaciers and ice sheets.

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