1. P-1 What is Earth Science? Prologue

2. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Keys to Success Always be prepared. Always bring you –Notebook –Pen / pencils –Earth Science Reference Tables

3. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Earth Science Earth Science is an applied science. –It looks at systems –It uses chemistry and physics to solve questions about Earth’s system. –Earth is unique because it is the only planet known to have life. The conditions on Earth that promote life exist because of the life on the planet.

4. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science There are 3 Areas of Earth Science Geology: –Studies the lithosphere Meteorology: –Studies the Atmosphere and hydrosphere Astronomy: –Studies space

5. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Geology Geology includes the outer surface as well as the layers of the planet inside. Lithosphere is the rocky outer shell of the planet.

6. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Meteorology Meteorology is the study of the atmosphere and hydrosphere. Meteorologists predict weather based on scientific patterns.

7. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Atmosphere Atmosphere is the envelope of gasses that surround our planet.

8. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Hydrosphere Hydrosphere is the water on our planet. –Oceans –Rivers –Lakes –Glaciers

9. 12:30 PM February 10, 2016 Intro to Earth Science Astronomy Astronomy is the study of the motions of the objects in space. At left is a picture of Earthrise, as seen from Apollo 8 astronauts.