Chapter 1 Introduction to Earth Science.ppt

Chapter Introduction to Earth Science What Is Earth Science? Overview of Earth Science Encompasses all sciences that seek to understand Earth Earth 's neighbors in space What Is Earth Science? Earth science includes 1. geology, the study of Earth a. physical geology - examination of the materials that make up Earth and possible explanations for the many processes that shape our planet What Is Earth Science? Earth science includes 1. geology, the study of Earth b. historical geology - aim is to understand Earth 's long history by establishing a timeline of the vast number of physical and biological changes that have occurred in the past What Is Earth Science? Earth science includes 2. oceanography, the study of the ocean 3. meteorology, the study of the atmosphere and the processes that produce weather 4. astronomy, the study of the universe What Is Earth Science?

establishing a timeline of the vast number of physical and biological changes that have occurred in the past ... • Geologic Maps - show the type and age of the exposed rocks. 1.3 Representing Earth’s Surface

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