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WHAT IS EARTH SCIENCE?
Objective: I will identify the five main branches of Earth Science and explain their importance.
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2. Earth Science Scientific study of Earth and the universe around it
Observations, experiments, and models help scientists understand the natural world
Technological advancements allow for better understanding

3. Branches of earth science

4. Astronomy Study of the space
Technology has increased our understanding of the Universe and Earth’s place within it

5. Geology Study of the geosphere (solid earth) Geologists study Earth’s:
Origins
History
Structure
Processes

6. Meteorology Study of the atmosphere
Helps us understand the weather and climate of Earth

7. Oceanography Study of the hydrosphere (Earth’s oceans and water)
Earth is 75% water- “Blue Planet”

8. Environmental Science
Study of the human impact on Earth

9. Environmental Science
Geology
Oceanography
Earth Science
Astronomy
Meteorology
Environmental Science
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