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# Earth Sciences Disciplines This document describes different branches of Earth sciences. ## Geophysics * Applies physical principles to the overall study of our planet. * Analyzes the relationship between Earth, the sun, the moon, and other celestial bodies. * Supported by the following d...

# Earth Sciences Disciplines This document describes different branches of Earth sciences. ## Geophysics * Applies physical principles to the overall study of our planet. * Analyzes the relationship between Earth, the sun, the moon, and other celestial bodies. * Supported by the following disciplines: 1. **Astronomy:** Origin, structure, and evolution of the universe. 2. **Geodesy:** Shape and dimensions of the Earth. 3. **Seismology:** Earthquakes. 4. **Vulcanology:** Volcanoes. 5. **Geothermometry:** Earth's temperature measurement. ## Geochemistry * Applies chemistry to the study of the Earth. * Examines the chemical composition of Earth's layers. * Studies the distribution of chemical elements. * Investigates mineral deposits. ## Hydrology * Studies various water bodies on the planet. * Analyzes physical and chemical properties of water. * Supported by the following disciplines: 1. **Oceanography** 2. **Hydrology of continental waters** ## Meteorology * Studies atmospheric phenomena. * Supported discipline: Climatology (global climates).