SCIENCE

The study of natural, physical phenomena without regard to physical application.

• • Pure Sciences

• • Social Sciences

• • Formal Sciences

• • Applied Sciences

Is the term for using scientific knowledge and research to solve real-world problems and improve systems and technology.

• • Applied Sciences

• • Social Sciences

• • Natural Sciences

• • Formal Sciences

The study of nonliving matter.

• Earth science

• Physical science

• Applied Science

•  Life Sciences

The study of the composition, structure, form, and properties of matter.

• Physics

• Chemistry

• Geology

• Botany

The study of matter and energy, including light, sound, electricity, magnetism, radiation, and motion.

• Chemistry

• Seismology

• Physics

• Paleontology

The scientific study of Earth.

• Pure Science

• Applied Science

• Physical Science

• Earth Science

The study of origin, history, evolution, and structure of the earth’s crust.

• Geology

• Botany

• Meteorology

• Astronomy

The scientific study of prehistoric life based mainly on fossils of animals and plants.

• Zoology

• Geology

• Paleontology

• Ecology

The study of the atmosphere that focuses on weather processes and forecasting.

• Seismology

• Paleontology

• Biology

• Meteorology

The study of earthquakes and the movement of waves through earth.

• Seismology

• Meteorology

• Botany

• Biology