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What does an Environmental Scientist do?
What does an Environmental Scientist do?
What is the primary role of an Ecologist?
What is the primary role of an Ecologist?
Researches interactions of organisms with the environment.
What does a Hydrologist specialize in?
What does a Hydrologist specialize in?
Properties and uses of water on Earth.
What area of study does an Oceanographer focus on?
What area of study does an Oceanographer focus on?
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What does Marine Archaeology study?
What does Marine Archaeology study?
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What is the focus of Environmental Medicine?
What is the focus of Environmental Medicine?
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What do Environmental Physicians research?
What do Environmental Physicians research?
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What does a Toxicologist investigate?
What does a Toxicologist investigate?
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What is the role of an Environmental Lawyer?
What is the role of an Environmental Lawyer?
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What do Environmental Activists do?
What do Environmental Activists do?
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What type of content do Environmental Journalists produce?
What type of content do Environmental Journalists produce?
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Which of the following is part of the fastest growing environmental science fields? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following is part of the fastest growing environmental science fields? (Select all that apply)
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Study Notes
Environmental Science Careers
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Environmental Scientist: Investigates air, water, food sources, and soil impacts; develops methods for resource preservation and cleanup.
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Ecologist: Studies interactions between organisms and their environments; formulates conservation strategies to protect species.
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Hydrologist: Examines Earth's water properties and uses; focuses on either surface or groundwater research.
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Oceanographer: Explores physical, chemical, and biological aspects of ocean environments.
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Marine Archaeology: Investigates archaeological sites submerged in water; assesses human impact on marine ecosystems over time.
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Environmental Physician: Analyzes how environmental factors influence public health; creates illness prevention and treatment methods.
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Toxicologist: Studies chemical effects on the environment and living organisms; identifies strategies for exposure reduction and treatment.
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Environmental Medicine: Focuses on the health impacts of environmental chemicals; seeks to develop prevention techniques for exposure.
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Environmental Veterinarian: Researches environmental influences on animal health; works on treatment and prevention strategies for diseases transmitted from animals to humans (zoonotic diseases).
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Environmental Lawyer: Interprets and applies laws that pertain to environmental issues; advocates for legal measures to protect the environment.
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Environmental Activist/Lobbyist: Promotes environmental issues through advocacy groups; may engage in lobbying efforts to influence environmental legislation.
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Environmental Journalist: Reports on environmental events using photography and articles to highlight their consequences.
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Fastest Growing Environmental Science Fields: Includes geoscientists, atmospheric scientists, environmental engineers, ecopsychologists, environmental public relations specialists, and environmental designers.
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