Environmental science
Environmental Science
Environmental Science (pronunciation: /ɪnˌvaɪrənˈmɛntəl ˈsaɪəns/) is an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates physical, biological, and information sciences to the study of the environment, and the solution of environmental problems.
Etymology
The term "Environmental Science" is derived from the words "environment" and "science". "Environment" comes from the French word environner, meaning "to surround", and "science" comes from the Latin word scientia, meaning "knowledge".
Related Terms
- Ecology: The scientific study of the interactions between organisms and their environment.
- Conservation: The practice of managing the use and preservation of natural resources.
- Sustainability: The ability to maintain or improve standards of living without damaging or depleting natural resources for present and future generations.
- Climate Change: A long-term change in the earth's climate, especially a change due to an increase in the average atmospheric temperature.
- Biodiversity: The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Environmental science
- Wikipedia's article - Environmental science
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