Introduction to Areas of Science and Earth Science

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What is Astronomy?

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The study of celestial objects, space, and the universe as a whole.

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What does Physics study?

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Forces, motion, and energy.

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What is Geology?

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A branch of Earth science that studies the physical nature and history of the Earth.

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What does an Oceanographer study?

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Oceanographers study topics such as tides, ocean currents, and marine ecosystems.

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What is Chemistry?

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The science of matter and its changes.

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What is Meteorology?

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The study of the atmosphere and weather patterns.

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What is the focus of Earth Science?

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Earth Science focuses on the study of the Earth, its structure, processes, and the relationships between its components.

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What is the Milky Way Galaxy?

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A spiral galaxy that contains our solar system and billions of other stars.

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What is the difference between Geology and Oceanography?

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Geology studies the Earth's physical structure and history, while Oceanography focuses on the oceans and their phenomena.

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What are the main branches of Earth Science?

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The main branches include geology, meteorology, oceanography, and astronomy.