Reading: What is Earth Science?

Which ancient civilization is known for keeping records of earthquakes as early as 780 BCE?

• Chinese

• Greeks

• Maya

• Babylonians

What is the study of Earth's oceans called?

• Geology

• Meteorology

• Oceanography

• Astronomy

The study of the universe beyond Earth is known as ___.

Which invention in the 16th and 17th centuries made seeing previously hidden worlds possible?

• Telescope

• Microscope

• Compass

• Sextant

What do meteorologists primarily study?

• Earth's crust

• Ocean currents

• Atmospheric conditions

• Planetary movements

The study of the solid Earth, including its origin, history, and structure, is called ___.

Which branch of Earth science involves the study of weather and climate?

• Geology

• Oceanography

• Meteorology

• Astronomy