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What are the three branches of science?

Physical science, Life science, Earth science

What is Earth science?

The study of Earth and its neighboring planets in space

What is seismology and what does it study?

Seismology is a specialization under geophysics that studies seismic waves and earthquakes formed in the Earth's crust.

What is the instrument used for measuring seismic vibrations during an earthquake called?

<p>The instrument used for measuring seismic vibrations during an earthquake is called a seismograph.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some sub-categories and specializations within Earth science?

<p>Seismology, volcanology, geochemistry, ecology, cartography, mineralogy, and limnology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is oceanography and what does it study?

<p>Oceanography is the study of the physical, biological, and chemical aspects of the ocean.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do Earth scientists study?

<p>Earth scientists study the Earth, planets, and the processes and events that cause changes in our planet's form and environment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of meteorologists in studying weather?

<p>Meteorologists study the composition of the Earth's atmosphere, air motions, and several processes that result in weather changes. They use sophisticated tools for analyzing, measuring, and predicting changes in weather.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of oceanographers in studying the ocean?

<p>Oceanographers study the changes in the geology and biology of the ocean to conserve natural resources. They also study the tides and waves of the ocean and explore their potential as a source of renewable energy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do geologists study in the field of physical geology?

<p>Physical geologists study different landforms, the composition of the soil, rocks, and minerals found in the crust of the soil. They also study processes and events like earthquakes and volcanoes that lead to the formation of new structures on Earth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of science is specifically focused on studying the Earth and its neighboring planets in space?

<p>Earth science</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some sub-categories and specializations within the field of Earth science?

<p>Seismology and volcanology</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which field of Earth science studies the materials, structures, and crust of the Earth, as well as the processes that create them?

<p>Geology</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Earth science studies the physical, biological, and chemical aspects of the ocean?

<p>Oceanography</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which instrument is used for measuring seismic vibrations during an earthquake?

<p>Seismograph</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the specific area of Earth science that studies different aspects of minerals?

<p>Mineralogy</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Earth science studies the composition of the Earth's atmosphere and processes that result in weather changes?

<p>Meteorology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of forensic meteorologists?

<p>Studying the impact of weather on accidents and fires</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do oceanographers study to mitigate the harm caused to the natural environment?

<p>Tides and waves of the ocean</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do historical geologists study?

<p>The evolution of Earth</p> Signup and view all the answers

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