1-2 the study of earth science big ideas of earth science areas of earth science scientific models
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What is “Earth Science?”
• Earth science is….
… the term used for the study of Earth and its place in the Universe.
Big Ideas of Earth Science
The Structure ofEarth’s Systems1)Four Spheres A) Atmosphere B) Hydrosphere C) Lithosphere D) Biosphere
The Big Ideas of Earth Science
Earth’s History• Earth has
changed over time as Constructive forces and destructive forces have shaped Earth’s Surface.
The Big Ideas of Earth Science
Earth’s Place in the Solar System•The solar system is made up of the planets and their moons that move around the sun.•As well as other particles that move around the sun are part of our solar system
Constructive and Destructive Forces
• Constructive Forces:
• Shape Earth’s surface by building mountains and landmasses.
• Example: Volcanic eruptions
• Destructive Forces:
• Shape Earth’s surface by slowly wearing away mountains and every other feature on Earth’s surface.
• Example: Water Erosion.
Branches of Earth Science
• Geology:• The study of the solid
Earth. • Geologists: study
the forces that have shaped the Earth through its history.
• Study the chemical and physical properties of rock
Branches of Earth Science• Oceanography:
• The study of Earth’s oceans.
• Oceanographers:
• Study the chemical makeup of, the physical structure of, and the life forms in the oceans.
Branches of Earth Science
• Meteorology • The study of Earth’s
atmosphere.• Meteorologists:• Gather information
about conditions in the atmosphere from around the world.
Branches of Earth Science
• Astronomy:
• The study of the universe beyond Earth
• Astronomers:
• Study the solar system and other stars and galaxies.
Branches of Earth Science
• Environmental Science:
• The study of Earth’s environment and resources.
• Environmental scientists:
• Study our effect on the environment.